[3] The Stillwater Range separates the Carson Sink (to the west) from Dixie Valley (to the east).

A series of earthquakes measuring 6.6–7.1 on the Richter Scale, centered beneath or near the Stillwater Range, occurred between July and December 1954.

Several small mines can be found in the cliffsides of the mountains, many of which may not be marked on maps.

A notable point is the Steam Tractor Trail that begins of the eastern side.

At the top of the trail is a steam tractor that was left there when the road was originally made.