2021 Map of Burnt Springs

About this map

Summit Lake Mtn and the Black Rock Range define this high-desert territory in Humboldt County. The landscape is deeply incised by a series of drainages, including Wood Canyon, Rough Canyon, and Summer Camp Canyon, which channel water toward the south and west. Water sources are critical markers in this arid environment, represented by named points like Burnt Springs and Hardens Spring. The topography reveals a complex network of seasonal watercourses, with the N Fork Battle Cr and S Fork Battle Cr converging to form Battle Cr in the southeastern portion of the quadrangle. As the elevation drops toward the southeast corner, the terrain begins to flatten into the expanse of the Black Rock Desert, a sharp contrast to the steep slopes of the northern peaks. This modern survey provides a clear view of the hydrological patterns that have historically dictated movement and land use across this corner of Nevada.