2012 Map of Verdi Peak

About this map

Verdi Peak and Smith Peak anchor this high-altitude landscape in the Ruby Mountains during the early 21st century. The terrain is defined by a series of alpine glacial features, including Robinson Lake, Verdi Lake, and the clustered Soldier Lakes. The hydrography is characterized by numerous seasonal and perennial forks, such as Middle Fork Cold Cr and S Fork Cold Cr, which carve through basins like Withington Basin. Historical land use is evidenced by the presence of Sharp Ranch and North Ranch along the eastern edge, while the southwestern corner provides recreational access at Terraces Campground near Lamoille Cr. This 2012 survey illustrates the relationship between the dramatic vertical relief of summits like Bald Mountain and the water sources that sustain the lower ranching operations.