2021 Map of Wells Station

About this map

Wells Station Summit stands as the central high point in this high-elevation corner of Nye County, where the southern reaches of the Horse Range meet the northern extent of the Grant Range. The terrain is defined by a series of high-altitude water sources essential for survival in this arid environment, including Albert Spring and the aptly named Upper Perish Spring. These natural features, along with The Big Wash, dictate the drainage and movement across a landscape that remains primarily defined by its topographic extremes rather than permanent settlements. The map illustrates the complex ridgelines and canyons of the Great Basin, providing a detailed look at the landforms as they were surveyed in the early 21st century.