2014 Map of Dry Canyon

About this map

Mine Mtn and the northern reaches of the Delano Mountains dominate this high-desert Elko County landscape. The area is defined by its dramatic drainage systems, including Dry Canyon and Division Canyon, which cut through the uplifted terrain toward the southeast. While much of the land is arid, vital water sources like Cold Spring and the drainage of Boulder Cr serve as crucial landmarks in an otherwise sparse environment. The map shows the remote infrastructure of the 21st century, centered on CR-763 which provides access to these elevations. This survey illustrates the intricate relationship between topography and survival in the Great Basin, where named peaks like Round Top provided essential orientation for generations of travelers and land managers traversing these high-altitude ranges.