1987 Map of Granite Point

About this map

The Emigrant Trail traces a historical path across the desert landscape of Pershing County in this late-1980s survey. The terrain is dominated by the vast Humboldt State Wildlife Management Area, which encompasses the wetlands and fluctuating shorelines of Toulon Lake and the northern reaches of Humboldt Lake. This environment highlights the critical role of the Humboldt River drainage in an otherwise arid basin. Infrastructure for transportation and commerce is concentrated near the base of Granite Point, where Gravel Pits and various Prospects suggest local mineral extraction. To the east, Derby Field and an Airway Beacon signify the area's importance for regional aviation, while scattered Storage Bins and a Gaging Sta reflect the management of resources in the Lower Valley.