2014 Map of Black Rock Point East

About this map

Black Rock Desert dominates the southern half of this landscape, a vast expanse defined by its extreme flatness and seasonal drainage patterns. The ephemeral waters of the Quinn River meander across the playa, illustrating the delicate hydrology of the Great Basin where rivers often terminate in endorheic basins rather than reaching the sea. To the north, the terrain shifts abruptly as the Black Rock Range rises, anchored by prominent landmarks such as Rocky Peak and the geological namesake of the area, Black Rock Point. The map also captures the administrative boundary between Humboldt and Pershing counties, which cuts directly through the desert floor. Apart from the isolated Leonard Creek Rd in the northeast, the area remains largely devoid of modern development, preserving the remote character of this northwestern Nevada corridor.