2018 Map of Coal Canyon

About this map

West Humboldt Range dominates this Pershing County landscape, defined by steep ridges and the dry drainages of the high desert. The map captures a high-elevation network of canyons and springs that have historically sustained travel and localized industry in this arid environment. Significant water sources like Muttlebury Spring and Muckleberry Spring are documented, providing critical points of reference in a terrain where water is scarce. The geography is etched with deep cuts such as Coal Canyon and Muttlebury Canyon, which dictate the paths of unpaved transit routes like Coal Canyon Rd and the Coal Canyon-Stillwater Rd. This 2018 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey details the rugged topography and the natural drainage patterns, including Packard Wash, illustrating the harsh but navigated character of the Nevada interior.