2012 Map of Delano Peak

About this map

Thousand Springs Creek winds through this high-desert landscape in northeastern Elko County, defining the drainage patterns between prominent topographic landmarks. The map area is anchored by Delano Peak and the surrounding Delano Mountains, where the terrain is deeply incised by drainages such as Division Canyon and Twentyone Mile Canyon. Human presence is sparse and concentrated at established ranching sites like Twentyone Mile Ranch and Eighteenmile Ranch, both situated along the lower elevations where water sources are more accessible. Water management in this arid environment is evident through features like the 23 Mile Reservoir and several vital points like Indian Spring and Eighteenmile Spring. These water features and the path of Co HWY-785 reflect the area's ongoing use as rangeland within a complex system of draws and canyons.