2018 Map of Big Hat Mountain

About this map

Big Hat Mtn dominates this high-desert terrain in Washoe County, a landscape defined by significant elevation changes and remote water sources. In a region where reliable water is scarce, numerous named springs such as Dip Spring, North Spring, and Rock Spring indicate the essential points of interest for early travelers and land users. The topography transitions from the dramatic peaks of the Hays Canyon Range down to Boulder Flat and the edges of Middle Alkali Lake in the west. Unusual geological formations are noted at The Craters and the perched Table Lakes, providing insight into the area's volcanic and hydrological character. To the south, the Black Canyon Reservoir and Black Canyon suggest modern water management in a territory primarily marked by canyons like Drag Road Canyon and Hog Gulch. This survey captures the specialized infrastructure of the Great Basin, where remote county roads like Co RD 37 are the primary lifelines through the high country.