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2012 Map of South Shoshone Peak

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of South Shoshone Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Midas Post Office and the isolated Le Beau Ranch anchor this high-elevation landscape in Nye County, where several drainages carve through the terrain. The central high point of South Shoshone Peak and the southern rise of Bald Mountain dominate the topography, which is defined by a network of steep canyons such as Sawmill Canyon, Bonita Canyon, and Deep Canyon. Local hydrology is characterized by seasonal flows like Sunnyside Creek and Lebeau Creek, which snake through the lower elevations.

The distribution of these ranching and communication landmarks reflects the sparse settlement patterns typical of central Nevada's mountain ranges during the early 21st century. Researchers can trace the established forest roads and trails that connect remote outposts to the rugged drainages of North Fork Barrett Canyon and South Fork Barrett Canyon, providing a clear look at land use and accessibility in this high-desert environment.