2015 Map of Banner Mountain

About this map

Medicine Bow National Forest dominates the southern half of this landscape, where the high-altitude terrain is carved by complex drainages. Significant water management features, including McDonald Reservoir, Agnes Reservoir, and the Rissler Reservoir, are concentrated in the western reaches, indicating the vital role of water storage for the surrounding ranching lands. The map details a network of canyons and draws, such as Trout Canyon and Banner Draw, which define the passage between Natrona and Converse counties. Ranching history is evident in named landmarks like Portugese Pasture and Steeple Pasture, as well as the path of Banner Ranch Rd. Recreational and scenic areas are noted at Negro Creek Park and Deer Creek Park, while the varied topography rises toward Negro Hill. The survey highlights a transitional landscape where high plains give way to more complex national forest terrain, connected by rural routes like Smith Creek Rd.