2018 Map of Shyster Butte

About this map

Shyster Butte and the Bilk Creek Mountains anchor this high-desert landscape in northern Humboldt County. This 2018 survey documents a region defined by its vital water sources, where numerous isolated points like Summit Spring, Little Sage Hen Spring, and Texas Springs provided essential stops for livestock and travelers in an arid environment. The drainage network is clearly delineated, showing how S Shyster Cr and N Shyster Cr converge to form Shyster Cr before it winds through the southern terrain. The map's detail reveals the naming of landforms that reflect local history and utility, such as Lovely Valley and Black Canyon, alongside prominent peaks like Granite Mtn and Split Peak. For those studying the geography of Nevada's remote basins, this map provides a precise account of how terrain features and reliable springs dictate the movement through this high country.