2011 Map of Reese River Canyon

About this map

Avalon sits at the edge of the desert landscape where the mountain slopes meet the northwestern shore of Walker Lake. This 2011 survey illustrates the arid topography of Mineral County, dominated by the significant drainage of Reese River Canyon and the high points of Lake Peak and Bald Mountain. The path of the Walker River is visible as it winds toward the lake, providing a critical water source in an otherwise parched environment. The map details several smaller geographic features such as Sulphur Spring and Twilight Spring, which highlight the sparse but essential water points that historically dictated movement through the Great Basin. Deep cuts through the terrain are represented by Penrod Canyon and Deadman Canyon, reflecting the natural erosion patterns of the Nevada high desert.