1980 Map of Greeley Flat

About this map

Greeley Crossing serves as a focal point in this high-desert landscape of northern Humboldt County, where water resources dictate the patterns of human activity. The terrain is characterized by the broad expanse of Greeley Flat and the rising elevations of the Red Hills to the south. Hydrological features are central to the area's utility, with the North Fork Little Humboldt River winding through the center while the Little Owyhee River clips the northern corner. Evidence of ranching and resource management is found in the network of Jeep Trails, a modern Pipeline, and the construction of the Big Sage Reservoir and Sagehen Reservoir. Several natural water sources, including Antelope Spring and Coyote Spring, mark reliable points in an otherwise arid environment, supporting the seasonal movement across this corner of Nevada.