2015 Map of King Lear Peak NW

About this map

Black Rock Desert defines the western expanse of this high-desert landscape in Humboldt County, where the stark, flat playa meets the rising topography of the surrounding ranges. The braided channels of the Quinn River wind through the northern sections of the map, illustrating the ephemeral nature of water in this arid basin. This drainage system is further characterized by the intricate pathways of Jackson Cr Slough, which meanders across the central and southern flats. Settlement in this isolated region is represented by the Jackson Creek Rnch at the foot of the mountains to the southeast. The map clearly delineates the Public Land Survey System grid, showing the townships from T37N to T39N, providing a precise spatial framework for understanding land use and historical grazing patterns in this corner of the Great Basin.