2012 Map of Wine Cup Ranch

About this map

Thousand Springs Valley defines this high-desert landscape of northeastern Elko County, where water sources dictate the placement of local infrastructure and ranching operations. The area is anchored by the eponymous Wine Cup Ranch, a significant landmark in this arid basin. Essential water features like Wine Cup Spring, Indian Spring, and the winding Thousand Springs Creek provide the lifeblood for the region's livestock economy. The transportation network is sparse, centered on Co Hwy-785 and Winecup Ranch Rd, which connect the primary ranching headquarters with outlying points like Threemile Ranch. This 2012 survey captures the persistent rural character of the Nevada interior, where the drainage of Brush Creek and various spring-fed runs represent the primary geographical focus in an otherwise open expanse.