2012 Map of Dicalite Summit

About this map

Monte Cristo Valley dominates the central portion of this arid landscape, providing a wide corridor between the rising slopes of the Cedar Mountains to the northeast. This 2012 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey captures the quiet, unpopulated character of Esmeralda County, where the high desert is defined more by its terrain and isolated water sources than by permanent settlements. Dicalite Summit serves as a significant elevation point overlooking the basin, while Tree Spring represents a vital, singular water point in the western portion of the quadrangle. The map reflects a landscape marked by a network of unimproved roads and ephemeral drainage patterns, illustrating the physical challenges of movement and survival in this corner of Nevada.