2012 Map of High Bald Peaks SE

About this map

Paris Creek flows through this high-altitude section of Elko County, marking one of the few named water features in a landscape dominated by drainage patterns and desert terrain. This 2012 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates the transition of the Great Basin's topography, where intermittent streams and washes provide the primary structural detail. The sparse nomenclature emphasizes the isolation of this region, with Paris Creek serving as a vital landmark for understanding the local hydrography and elevation changes across the quadrangle. For those studying the remote northern Nevada interior, the map provides precise data on the natural drainage networks that define this section of the High Bald Peaks area.