2021 Map of Hart Mountain

About this map

Hart Mtn and the Massacre Range dominate this high-desert portion of Washoe County, where life revolves around isolated water sources and canyon drainages. The landscape is characterized by its numerous natural springs and small upland reservoirs, suggesting a long history of livestock grazing and land use in this arid region. Key watering points like Nellie Spring and Fern Point Spring are scattered across the terrain, while larger topographic features such as Antelope Flat and Little Mahogany Mtn provide significant landmarks. Road access is limited to a few secondary routes including Hart Camp Rd and High Rock Canyon Rd, which navigate the elevation changes between the Little High Rock Mountains and the creek beds of Yellow Rock Canyon Cr. This survey provides a precise accounting of these vital water features, including the Americum Reservoir and Little Mahogany Reservoir, in a landscape where their presence dictates the geography of the range.