2012 Map of Northumberland Pass

About this map

Northumberland Pass serves as a central high-altitude transit point through the Toquima Range in Nye County. This high-desert landscape is defined by its series of deep drainages, including Threemile Canyon, Perkins Canyon, and East Northumberland Canyon. The presence of the Learville Post Office indicates a history of rural settlement and service in this remote mining or ranching district, while peaks like Mount Gooding and Mount Wilson dominate the skyline. Essential water sources are documented at Side Hill Spring, Water Canyon Springs, and Northumberland Spring, which were vital for life and industry in the arid Great Basin environment. A network of Forest Service development roads, such as Natl Forest Develop Road 485 Rd and Mill Canyon Rd, provides the primary infrastructure through the steep terrain.