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2012 Map of Alpine Lake

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Alpine Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Alpine Lake serves as a central point in this high-altitude drainage system, where the complex hydrology of the Wind River Range is clearly etched. The landscape is defined by the branching tributaries of Bull Lake Cr, including the N Fork Bull Lake Cr, S Fork Bull Lake Cr, and Middle Fork Bull Lake Cr. These waterways are fed by numerous alpine basins, most notably the Milky Lakes and Big Milky Lake at the higher elevations.

The terrain is marked by prominent elevations and passes, such as Wittombona Peak and Windy Peak, which overlook the steep descent toward the river valleys. Landmarks like Windy Gap and the elongated Milky Ridge indicate the high-relief nature of this wilderness. The distribution of these glacial lakes and the path of Milky Cr through the southern section illustrate the natural water storage and runoff patterns characteristic of this part of Wyoming.