2011 Map of Big Hat Mountain

About this map

Long Ranch and Miller Ranch sit at the western base of the high desert terrain in Washoe County, defining the early 21st-century pastoral character of this Nevada-California border region. The landscape is dominated by Big Hat Mountain, with a network of vital water sources including Big Spring and Dip Spring supporting the isolated ranching operations. The presence of Crampton Troughs and various named springs like Rimrock Spring and Roe Deer Spring highlights the importance of water management in this arid environment. To the south, geological features such as The Craters and Black Canyon mark a transition in the topography, while the Black Canyon Reservoir and Long Lake provide significant catchment points for seasonal runoff from Bull Creek and Willow Creek.