Founded: January 16, 1856
Size: 9,658 sq. mi.
Rank: 4th out of 17
Population: 16,528 (2014)
Rank: 9th out of 17
Density: 2 sq. mi.
Rank: 9th out of 17
Largest Community: Winnemucca (7,396)
County Seat: Winnemucca (7,396)
Highest Point: Granite Peak (9,732')

Known for ...
Black Rock Desert, Sheldon Wildlife Refuge, Virgin Valley "Opal Mines," Hinkey Summit & Santa Rosa Range