2015 Map of North of Silver Peak

About this map

Big Smoky Valley dominates this high-desert basin in Esmeralda County, where the valley floor meets the alluvial fans of the surrounding terrain. The landscape is defined by its vast open spaces and sparse infrastructure, typical of the central Nevada desert. To the southeast, the terrain begins to rise toward the Last Chance Range, while the Ralston Desert occupies the lower reaches of the quadrangle. These features illustrate the geographic transition from valley floor to rocky outcrop, a pattern often studied by those researching Great Basin land use and hydrology. The map depicts a network of local roads and 4WD tracks that navigate the expansive township and range sections, providing access to these remote desert reaches.