2011 Map of Foxtail Lake

About this map

Stillwater Point sits at the southern edge of a complex network of wetlands and seasonal basins in Nevada's Great Basin. This 2011 survey details a hydrological landscape where water levels dictate the geography, from the larger Foxtail Lake and Stillwater Point Reservoir to numerous smaller ponds like Pappis Pond and Dog Head Pond. The northern half of the region is defined by these shallow water bodies and landings, such as Rice Landing and Goose Landing, suggesting a history of seasonal access for ranching or waterfowl management. To the south, the terrain shifts into a series of drainages, including Shirttail Canyon and Mountain Well Canyon, which cut through the arid landscape toward the marshy flats. The presence of the East Pasture Corral and names like West Pasture reflect the area's continued use for livestock within this unique desert-and-water environment.