2012 Map of Steptoe Ranch

About this map

Steptoe Ranch serves as the focal point for this high-desert landscape in White Pine County, where water sources dictate the pattern of human presence. Situated along Co Rd 77, the ranch is surrounded by a network of vital water features including Campbell Ranch Springs and Duck Creek. The geography is defined by seasonal drainages and topographic landmarks such as Molleson Gap and Dry Canyon, which channel the limited moisture of the Great Basin. To the south, Malleson Spring and Grass Springs indicate the continued importance of these isolated water points for livestock and land management. The presence of Combs Creek and various named springs like Mud Spring suggests a reliance on scattered hydrologic resources within the arid basins and ranges that characterize this part of Nevada.