2011 Map of Cornish Peak

About this map

Old Emigrant Trl cuts across the northern desert landscape of Churchill County, marking a corridor of historical transit that predates the modern road network. This high-altitude basin is defined by the broad expanse of Antelope Valley, where numerous seasonal drainage channels flow toward the valley floor from the surrounding heights. To the west, Chocolate Butte stands as a prominent topographical marker, while the eastern terrain rises sharply toward Cornish Peak. The map reveals a network of deep incisions in the earth, including Hughes Canyon, Cornish Canyon, and New York Canyon, which highlight the drainage patterns of this arid environment. Transportation through this remote stretch of Nevada is limited to unpaved routes like Kitten Springs Rd and the Coal Canyon-Stillwater Rd, reflecting the sparse settlement and rugged character of the Great Basin at the start of the 21st century.