2011 Map of Pilot Cone

About this map

Deadhorse Wells serves as a primary point of interest in this arid landscape on the border of Nevada’s Mineral and Nye counties. The terrain is defined by a series of prominent rises including the Rawhide Hills and the central Koegel Hills, which suggest the volcanic and tectonic history of the region. Distinctive landmarks such as Pilot Cone and Basalt Peak dominate the skyline, providing essential navigational reference points for this high-desert environment. The mapping reveals a network of ephemeral drainage patterns flowing from Gundaker Hill and surrounding ridges, highlighting the complex natural hydrology of the Great Basin. This 2011 survey illustrates the modern road infrastructure crossing the desert, including state route 839, juxtaposed against these enduring geological features.