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2011 Map of Coyote Hills

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Coyote Hills
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Kings River Valley serves as a stark focal point of the northern Nevada high desert, where water and topography dictate the human presence on the land. This 2011 survey illustrates the sparse, functional road network that traverses the sagebrush country, including Sand Pass Rd and Old Hog John Rd. These routes provide access across a landscape defined by the prominent Coyote Hills and the distinct elevation of Coyote Point.

Hydrologically, the area is anchored by the braided path of the Kings River as it flows south toward the Quinn River Lakes. The drainage patterns shown here reflect the seasonal and ephemeral nature of Great Basin water systems, a crucial detail for researchers tracking historic land use or livestock grazing patterns near Sand Pass. The map documents the persistent, quiet character of this Humboldt County territory in the early 21st century.