2011 Map of Kyle Hot Springs

About this map

Kyle Hot Springs sits at the foot of the Humboldt Range, marking a geothermal landmark in the high desert of Pershing County. This 2011 survey records a landscape where water is the primary sculptor, from the ephemeral flows of Phelps Creek and Buena Vista Creek to the thermal waters that gave the area its name. The terrain is deeply incised by dry drainages such as Reed Canyon, Harrison Canyon, and Klondike Canyon, which channel seasonal runoff from the higher elevations toward the valley floor. Transportation through this arid corridor relies on the established routes of Kyle Hot Springs Rd and Leach Canyon Rd, which provide the main access points across the alluvial fans. The map illustrates the isolated nature of these desert springs, which have long served as vital stops for travelers and locals alike in a region defined by its severe topography and limited water sources.