2021 Map of Cow Canyon

About this map

Clan Alpine Mountains dominate the southern half of this landscape, rising sharply from the eastern edge of the Dixie Valley. This 2021 study by the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates the stark transition between the valley floor and the complex drainage networks of the high desert. A series of dramatic cuts, including Cow Canyon, Deep Canyon, and Meadow Spring Canyon, define the eastern slopes. Near the northern boundary, Willow Cr flows through the reaches of Deer Lodge Canyon and Granite Canyon. While modern infrastructure is sparse, the presence of E Valley Rd following the mountain's base suggests a long-standing corridor for movement through this arid part of Churchill County.