2014 Map of Crescent Dunes

About this map

Crescent Dunes dominate the northern landscape of this region where the high desert terrain meets the southern edge of the Big Smoky Valley. This 2014 survey captures a section of the Nevada desert just north of the mining center of Tonopah, revealing a landscape defined by sharp topographic shifts between the valley floor and the rising slopes of the San Antonio Mountains. The area is bisected by several key corridors including NV-89 and the long-established path of Pole Line Rd, which cuts diagonally across the township lines. The boundary between Nye and Esmeralda counties is clearly delineated as it traverses the desert floor, providing a precise reference for those mapping local history or land ownership in this part of the Great Basin.