Mesquite Valley facts for kids
Mesquite Valley is a long, flat area of land, also known as a valley, located in the United States. It stretches across parts of Clark County, Nevada and two counties in California: Inyo County and San Bernardino County, California.
This valley is special because it is an endorheic basin. This means it's like a giant bowl where water flows in but doesn't flow out to the ocean. Instead, any water that enters the valley stays there, often forming a lake or soaking into the ground. The lowest part of Mesquite Valley is Mesquite Lake, which sits at an elevation of about 2,536 feet (773 meters) above sea level.
Where is Mesquite Valley?
Mesquite Valley runs in a general northwest to southeast direction. It starts in the southeast near a place called State Line Pass. The coordinates for this end are 35°40′07″N 115°29′09″W / 35.66861°N 115.48583°W.
The other end of the valley is to the northwest. It connects to the southwestern part of another valley called Pahrump Valley. This northwestern end is higher, at about 2,808 feet (856 meters) above sea level. It's located between the Kingston Range and a peak known as Black Butte.
Mountains Around the Valley
Mesquite Valley is surrounded by several mountain ranges. These mountains help define the shape of the valley and keep the water contained within its basin.
- To the northeast, you'll find the Spring Mountains.
- To the southwest, the valley is bordered by the Mesquite Mountains.
- To the southeast, the Clark Mountains stand tall.
These mountain ranges create the natural boundaries of Mesquite Valley, making it a unique geographical feature in the desert landscape.
