2012 Map of California Mountain

About this map

Jerritt Canyon Mill stands as a significant industrial landmark in this high-altitude landscape of Elko County, marking a site of modern mineral processing. The terrain is defined by the prominent peaks of California Mountain and Independence Mountain, which together shape a complex drainage network including the waters of Foreman Creek and Pratt Creek. Evidence of ranching and livestock history is preserved through labels for Evans Ranch and Jose Ranch, both situated along the drainages that flow from the steep canyons. Water remains the lifeblood of this arid mountain range, noted by various high-country sources such as Arthenice Spring, Deadmans Spring, and Mahoney Spring. A network of Forest Service roads, including routes 1500c and 892a, provides the primary access through the drainages of Winters Creek and California Creek, illustrating the remote but managed nature of these Nevada highlands.