2021 Map of Dicalite Summit

About this map

Monte Cristo Valley occupies the central expanse of this arid high-desert landscape, defined by its position between several prominent mountain ranges. The Cedar Mountains rise to the northeast, while the Pilot Mountains anchor the southwestern corner of the quadrangle. The topography is characterized by deep basins and stark volcanic summits, most notably Dicalite Summit, which provides a geographic marker at the northeastern edge of the sheet. Human presence in this area is sparse, indicated primarily by utility and access routes like Dump Rd and the vital water source of Tree Spring. The map documents the political boundary between Mineral and Esmeralda counties as it cuts diagonally through the valley floor, an important detail for researchers tracing regional land management and county history in this part of Nevada.