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1969 Map of Humboldt Peak

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Humboldt Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1990
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1990

About this map

Humboldt Peak and the high ridges of the Humboldt National Forest dominate this landscape, dropping sharply eastward toward the floor of Clover Valley. The topography is defined by steep canyons carved by numerous waterways like Wiseman Creek, Leach Creek, and Johnson Creek. High-altitude water bodies such as Winchell Lake, Boulder Lake, and Steele Lake sit near the peaks, marking the glacial origins of the basin terrain.

Lower elevations in the valley show a transition to ranching and local settlement, evidenced by a Cemetery and several jeep trails that navigate the foothills. The drainage pattern is notable for how mountain runoff feeds into Clover Creek, which is indicated as a depression on the valley floor. Features like Hole In The Mtn Peak and Lizzies Basin serve as distinct landmarks for local history and geographic orientation in this part of Elko County.