2011 Map of Fox Canyon

About this map

Fox Canyon and the surrounding high desert of Washoe County are defined by a network of seasonal water sources and topographic transitions. This 2011 survey documents a landscape where survival and movement are tied to specific reliable points like Fox Canyon Spring, Buckbrush Spring, and Summit Springs. The terrain is marked by significant drainages and elevations, notably Mullens Canyon in the northwest and the strategically named Sheep Pass to the east. These named springs and passes represent the primary landmarks in an otherwise open environment, tracing the historical routes used by wildlife and early travelers through the Great Basin. The concentration of water sources such as Sheep Pass Spring highlights the critical nature of these small hydrologic features in maintaining the local ecology and utility of the land.