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2021 Map of The Monitor

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of The Monitor
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Toiyabe National Forest dominates the high-elevation landscape of this central Nevada territory, where the eastern slopes of the Toquima Range meet the wide expanse of Monitor Valley. This region is defined by its drainage systems, most notably Stoneberger Creek which flows through the Stoneberger Basin toward the valley floor. The map documents a network of primitive access routes and trails used for ranching and forest management, including Grimes Ranch Rd and Belmont Rd.

Land management is a primary theme here, as evidenced by the county line dividing Lander and Nye counties and the distinct boundary of the national forest. Named topographical features like The Monitor and Sams Canyon provide specific reference points for navigating this unpopulated stretch of the Great Basin, while specialized routes like Petes Summit Road and the East Toquima Spring Trl indicate the enduring importance of mountain passes and water sources in this arid environment.