2017 Map of Badwater

About this map

Badwater sits at the center of this drainage network where the Badwater Cr meets its numerous tributaries. The landscape is defined by the high ground of Cedar Ridge and the prominent Cedar Gap, which serves as a natural corridor for local travel. A network of unimproved routes, including Cedar Gap Rd and Lost Cabin Rd, connects this remote area of Natrona County, following the natural contours of the terrain. The hydrological pattern is particularly intricate, with Frenchie Cr, Clear Cr, and the S Fork Badwater Cr feeding into the main valley. These seasonal watercourses and the presence of features like Sand Draw illustrate the erosive forces that have shaped the central Wyoming basin. The map preserves the specific cattle-trail and ranch-road heritage of the region through labels such as Oakie Trl and Mesa Rd.