2012 Map of Duck Creek Valley

About this map

Duck Creek Valley is defined by a series of north-south drainages and working ranchlands in White Pine County. The watershed of Duck Cr anchors the area, feeding the Duck Creek Reservoir and supporting the Duck Creek Fish Hatchery. Settlement patterns here are tied to water and grazing, as evidenced by the established Pescio Ranch near Gallagher Gap and the Hornbek Ranch further south. The landscape is marked by steep transitions into the surrounding highlands, where features like Snake Canyon, Paine Gulch, and Miller Gulch reveal the complex topography. High-altitude recreation and water management are prominent, with several campgrounds including Bird Creek Campground and Timber Creek Campground positioned along the seasonal creeks that flow from the nearby peaks. Scattered water sources like Pah-rah-Mike Springs and Bart Spring indicate the critical role of spring-fed hydrology in this high-desert environment.