2021 Map of West of Austin

About this map

The Reese River Valley dominates this landscape, characterized by the winding course of the Reese River and the braided wetlands of Birchum Slough. This region reflects a complex history of transit and resource management, anchored by the historical trace of the Old Overland Rd and the modern presence of the Austin Airport. To the east, the terrain rises into the Toiyabe National Forest, where a network of drainages including Dry Canyon, Porter Canyon, and First Canyon cut through the high ground. The map details a transition from the agricultural and hydrological systems of the valley floor to the recreational and mining-inflected landscape of the mountains, evidenced by the Gold Venture Loop Trl and various service roads such as Big Creek Rd.