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2011 Map of Churchill Butte

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Churchill Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Carson River carves a green corridor through the arid basin and range landscape of western Nevada, anchoring a historical corridor of settlement and travel. This 2011 survey details the area surrounding Churchill Butte and Churchill Peak, where the legacy of early western migration is preserved within the Fort Churchill State Monument. Along the river’s course, historical sites such as Weeks Toll Ranch and the Churchill Cemetery mark the footprint of early pioneers and ranching operations.

Modern residential development in Stagecoach is visible in the northwest, defined by a dense grid of residential roads like Cochise Trl and Santa Fe Trl. Public recreation is highlighted at the Samuel Bucklands Campground and John C Fremont Picnic Area, both situated near the Churchill Station Spring. The surrounding geography, including Mineral Canyon and Bull Canyon, illustrates the transition from the river valley to the stark beauty of Clifton Flat.