2018 Map of Sixmile Canyon

About this map

The Snake Range dominates this portion of Humboldt National Forest, where a network of steep drainages defines the high-desert terrain. To the west, the landscape flattens into the broad expanse of Spring Valley, accessed by White Pine Co Road 37. The area is marked by critical water sources including Sixmile Spring, Fourmile Spring, and Mud Spring, which likely served as vital waypoints for travelers and livestock in this arid environment. Significant canyons like Sixmile Canyon and Salt Marsh Canyon cut through the mountains, while the Reservoir Basin at the southern edge suggests managed water collection. Historical movement through the range is evidenced by established routes such as the Mud Springs Cutoff and Marble Wash Rd, connecting the higher elevations of the forest to the valley floor.