2014 Map of McCoy

About this map

The settlement of McCoy sits along the eastern slopes of the Fish Creek Mountains, anchoring this portion of Lander County. This high-desert landscape is defined by the transition from steep mountain terrain to the broad flats of Horseshoe Basin. Transport through this arid region relies on historic routes such as McCoy Mine Rd and Thomas Ranch Rd, which connect the upland mining and ranching interests to the valley floor. Along the eastern edge of the quadrangle, the Reese River provides a critical water source for the surrounding basin. The mapping of the Fish Creek Mountains reveals the complex topography that historically supported both mineral extraction and livestock operations, typical of Nevada's remote interior ranges in the early twenty-first century.