2021 Map of Odgers Ranch

About this map

The Medicine Range dominates the southwestern corner of this high-desert landscape in Elko County, providing a stark topographical contrast to the broad basin floor. Early transit and ranching routes define the human imprint on the land, most notably along Medicine Spring Rd and Butte Valley Rd. The presence of Old Buttevalley Rd suggests shifts in local travel patterns or ranching logistics over the decades. Water, the most critical resource in this arid environment, is pinpointed by a series of reliable sources including Quilici Spring, Fasano Spring, and Taylor Spring. These springs and the drainage of Taylor Canyon Cr would have been vital anchors for early homesteading and livestock management. To the northeast, the West Buttes rise as a secondary landmark, overlooking the seasonal flows of Butte Cr.