2015 Map of Marys River Basin NW

About this map

Humboldt National Forest dominates this section of Elko County, where the high desert landscape is defined by the complex drainage systems of the Marys River Basin and the Fox Creek Range. The terrain is characterized by a network of seasonal and perennial waterways, including the Marys River and its various forks, such as the W Marys River and E Fork Marys River. Ranching and grazing history are evident in the naming of specific land units like the Seventysix Creek Pasture, while natural landmarks like Mud Spring and Miles Canyon provided essential orientation in this sprawling environment. Topographical features such as Williams Basin and Little Reservoir Basin illustrate the natural catchments that have long dictated land use in this part of northeastern Nevada.