2020 Map of Thumb Tank Peak

About this map

Thumb Tank Peak rises as a prominent landmark in this high-desert portion of Sierra County, where a complex network of canyons and peaks defines the landscape. The geography is marked by essential water sources for cattle and wildlife, including Apodaca Spring, Gallina Spring, and numerous man-made tanks like Polo Tank and Lobo Tank. The drainage patterns of the N Fork Palomas Cr and S Fork Palomas Cr carve through the terrain, flanked by significant elevations such as Kelly Peak and Granite Peak. Historical land use is evident in the naming of features like Madera Canyon and Board Gate Canyon, suggesting a history of ranching and resource management. The map also traces the winding path of Co RD c022, which provides the primary access route through this arid, mountainous region, connecting remote flats like Cactus Flat with the rugged slopes of Yellow Mtn.