2011 Map of Pinto Mountain

About this map

Pinto Mountain dominates this high-desert landscape in the remote northwestern corner of Nevada. The terrain is characterized by its vital water sources, including the geologically significant Pinto Hot Springs and West Pinto Hot Spring, which indicate the thermal activity underlying this part of the Great Basin. Drainage patterns are defined by the seasonal flow of Battle Creek and Paiute Creek, which cut through the arid soil towards the northern edge of the Black Rock Desert. Human presence is minimal, represented primarily by Leonard Creek Rd and localized landmarks such as Sheep Head Spring. This 2011 survey captures a landscape where survival and travel are strictly dictated by the location of these sparse springs and the rugged topography of the Humboldt County desert.