2011 Map of San Emidio Desert North

About this map

The San Emidio Desert landscape of northern Nevada reveals a region shaped by ephemeral watercourses and remote ranching infrastructure. Arid drainage patterns are defined by several seasonal flows including Willow Creek, Coyote Creek, and Bull Creek, while more significant topographical shifts appear in the southwest corner through Rattlesnake Canyon and Little Rattlesnake Canyon. A distinctive man-made feature of this landscape is the Empire Farms Landing Strip, which sits at the junction of several local routes like Farm District Rd and Echo Canyon Rd. This road network suggests a sparse, large-scale agricultural or ranching presence, where accessibility depends on long stretches of desert track. The presence of Jackass Spring further indicates the vital importance of natural water sources for both livestock and early travelers navigating the rugged northern reaches of Washoe County.