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Fernley Nevada Map

Explore Fernley, Nevada, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Fernley, Nevada

How to Use This Fernley, Nevada Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Fernley, Nevada. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Nevada or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Fernley.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Fernley
State	Nevada (NV)
County	Lyon County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	39.56477
Longitude	-119.189433
Population	22,895
Density	72.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	89408
Area Code	775
County Seat	Yerington
School District	Lyon County School District

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About Fernley, Nevada

Fernley is a locality in Lyon County, Nevada, United States. It has a population of 22,895. The population density is 72.9 people per km². Fernley is located at 39.5648°N, 119.1894°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Fernley is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 89408.

Fernley occupies a wide expanse of the arid Fernley Valley, where the high desert air remains thin and crisp under an immense, unclouded sky. It lies 24.4 miles east of Spanish Springs, NV (from Spanish Springs, NV: bearing 97°T), and is situated 13.4 miles north of Silver Springs. The K2B Canal cuts a precise, purposeful line through the landscape, acting as a vital artery that draws the eye across the flat, sage-dusted horizon. To the west, the distant peaks of the Sierra Nevada emerge as jagged silhouettes against the fading amber light of dusk. Residents often gather at In-Town Park, a quiet patch of green that serves as a common ground amidst the vast, dry basins. A few miles further out, the waters of Fernley Reservoir Number One mirror the shifting hues of the day, reflecting a landscape that favors endurance over lush ornamentation.

Fernley grew from the raw ambition of those who sought to cultivate the desert, evolving from a modest rail stop into a hub of steady industry. The local economy relies heavily on logistics and manufacturing, with large distribution centers anchoring the daily rhythms of the labor force. Heavy trucks travel the long, straight corridors that connect these industrial outposts, keeping the gears of commerce turning through the quiet hours of the night. Agriculture still leaves a mark upon the soil, reminding observers of the early efforts to harness water for the thirsty earth. Nearby, the California Emigrant Trail serves as a silent witness to the thousands who once crossed this challenging terrain, leaving behind a legacy of movement that defines the spirit of the region.

Fernley maintains a character forged by the resilience required to thrive in such a stark and beautiful environment. The pace of life here is deliberate, marked by the steady hum of machines and the quiet interactions of neighbors who share a common appreciation for the wide-open expanse. Local events often center on community spirit, drawing people together under the intense, clear sunlight to celebrate the traditions of the high desert. While the region remains modest in its claims, it offers a sturdy, unpretentious way of living for those drawn to the horizon. No singular, globally recognized figure claims this specific ground as their birthplace, allowing the identity of Fernley to remain firmly in the hands of the people who reside there today.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Johnson Memorial Park (Local Park) — 1.4 mi, 124° SE
Autumn Winds Park (Local Park) — 1.4 mi, 031° NE
Fernley Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.6 mi, 023° NE
Out Of Town Park (Local Recreation) — 3.0 mi, 324° NW
Statue of Liberty (Public Artwork) — 3.5 mi, 329° NW
Lake Lahontan State Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 11.1 mi, 181° S
Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge 17 (National Wildlife Refuge) — 15.8 mi, 091° E · 516 acres
Lagomarsino Canyon Petroglyphs (Historic Ruins) — 21.8 mi, 247° SW
Dead Dog War Battlefield (Attraction) — 25.0 mi, 228° SW
Molhenge (Attraction) — 25.0 mi, 228° SW
Molossia's Bottle Forest (Attraction) — 25.1 mi, 228° SW
Peace Pole (Attraction) — 25.1 mi, 228° SW
Friendship Gate (Monument) — 25.1 mi, 228° SW
Toiyabe National Forest (National Forest) — 28.3 mi, 264° W · 3.9M acres
Fallon National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 28.5 mi, 071° E · 36k acres
Nevada Historical Marker #169 (Monument) — 29.7 mi, 264° W
Piper Opera House (Theatre) — 30.2 mi, 235° SW
Michelson Residence (Monument) — 30.2 mi, 235° SW
Ponderosa Mine Tour (Museum) — 30.3 mi, 235° SW
Haunted Washoe Club Museum (Museum) — 30.3 mi, 234° SW
Dayton Museum (Museum) — 31.2 mi, 224° SW
Grand Sierra Cinema (Cinema) — 31.5 mi, 265° W
Amphitheatre (Theatre) — 31.8 mi, 256° W
Eagle Framing & Art Gallery (Gallery) — 32.9 mi, 264° W
Laika Press (Arts Centre) — 33.0 mi, 264° W
Museum of Natural History (Museum) — 33.2 mi, 267° W
Humoldt Wildlife Management Area (National Conservation Area) — 34.7 mi, 048° NE · 27k acres
Mt. Rose Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 36.9 mi, 256° W · 31k acres
Job Peak Wilderness Study Area (Wilderness Study Area) — 40.3 mi, 090° E · 90k acres
Tahoe National Forest (National Forest) — 45.5 mi, 265° W · 895k acres

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