2012 Map of Secret Valley

About this map

Secret Pass serves as a vital corridor through the high terrain of Elko County, anchoring the geography of this high-desert basin. The landscape is defined by the drainage systems of the Franklin River and numerous mountain creeks such as Krenka Cr and Wright Cr. This 2012 survey illustrates a sparse ranching community, where long-established holdings like the Murphy Ranch and Duval Ranch are situated near the small settlement of Arthur. The presence of Humboldt Pass and Devils Slide Canyon in the northwest corner highlights the elevation changes that dictate local travel routes. These traditional ranching lands are connected by a network of forest and local roads, including N Ruby Valley Rd, which follow the natural contours of Cow Hollow and the surrounding canyons.