2018 Map of Sawtooth Knob

About this map

Sawtooth Knob dominates the high desert terrain of northern Nevada, marking a prominent point of elevation in a landscape defined by deep drainages and intermittent water sources. This 2018 survey captures the remote character of the borderlands between Humboldt and Pershing counties, where the geological features suggest a history of seasonal water reliance. Important natural landmarks like Railroad Spring and Mitchum Spring are documented alongside the significant erosional features of Box Canyon and Rosebud Canyon. The map reveals a transition from the higher peaks near the knob down into the wider expanse of Long Canyon in the southeast, illustrating the complex topography that historically influenced movement and land use in this part of the Great Basin.