2012 Map of Hickison Summit

About this map

Hickison Summit stands as the defining landmark of this Great Basin landscape, situated where the high desert terrain transitions into the broad expanse of Monitor Valley. The area is characterized by a network of drainage systems and ranching infrastructure, with Stoneberger Creek and Dry Creek carving paths through the arid basins. Evidence of land management and water storage is visible at Woods Reservoir, providing a focal point for local hydrology in an otherwise dry environment. The southern portion of the quadrangle is anchored by the Grimes Hills, while a sparse network of unpaved tracks, including Grimes Ranch Rd and Dry Creek Rd, trace the routes established for regional access and ranching operations.