Natural
Humboldt County, NV
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Rare high-desert glacial lakes nestled in a granite cirque below Duffer Peak in the Pine Forest Range of far northwestern Nevada. Short hike from the dirt approach near Onion Valley / Knott Creek country yields alpine water, fishing, and solitude on BLM-managed mountain public land well off the tourist grid.
| Region | Humboldt County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 41.6795, -118.7172 |
| Setting | Glacial cirque lakes / granite |
| Managed | BLM Winnemucca District |
| Access | Dirt roads + short hike |
| Nearby | Onion Valley Reservoir / Denio |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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