2011 Map of Star Peak

About this map

Humboldt City sits along the western slopes of the Humboldt Range, marking a site of early settlement in the Great Basin. This high-altitude desert landscape is defined by its deep drainages, including Florida Canyon and Black Canyon, which cut through the western face of the mountains toward the interstate corridor. High peaks dominate the eastern half of the map, notably Star Peak and Thunder Mountain, while numerous family-named landmarks like Indian Ikes Point and Van Zant Peak suggest the ranching and prospecting history of Pershing County. Drainage systems such as Humboldt Creek and Antelope Creek flow from the high ridges, providing vital water sources in this arid environment. The map captures the intersection of modern transportation via Interstate 80 with the older, more isolated topography of the northern Nevada interior.