1966 Map of Massacre Lake

About this map

Massacre Lake and the smaller Middle Lake dominate the southwestern basin of this high-desert region in Washoe County. The landscape is defined by the sharp elevation changes of Bitner Table and the prominent Table Butte to the east, reflecting a terrain shaped by volcanic activity and seasonal water flow. Human presence is sparse, represented primarily by Evans Camp and a network of Jeep Trails and unnamed trails that navigate the ridgelines and plateaus. These paths connect various water sources essential for survival in the arid environment, such as Fatty Martin Lake and isolated springs. The 1966 field check reveals a remote pocket of Nevada where the economy and movement were tied to the available water and natural topography, with a lone Gravel Pit near the southern boundary indicating minor industrial activity.