1967 Map of Little Huntoon Valley

About this map

The Excelsior Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in Mineral County, Nevada, where the eastern slopes descend toward the white alkali crust of the Teels Marsh (Depression). This mid-century survey captures a region defined by remote mineral extraction and severe topography, punctuated by a series of high-altitude mining claims. Prospectors and mining engineers established sites such as the Defender Mine, Silver Moon Mine, and the Pine Crow Mine, all accessible by a network of steep Jeep Trails that traverse the ridges. The western edge of the quadrangle is sheltered within the Toyiabe National Forest, while the lowland areas reveal dramatic geological shifts, from the Sand Dunes near the marsh to the enclosed Little Huntoon Valley. The prevalence of scattered prospects and isolated Springs underscores the challenging conditions for those seeking mineral wealth in this arid terrain.