2012 Map of Barlow Gap

About this map

Bald Mountain and Goat Mountain rise above a landscape of high-desert drainage patterns and isolated ranching operations in this 2012 survey of Natrona County. The geography is defined by seasonal watercourses and topographical breaks, most notably Barlow Gap and Crilly Gap, which have historically dictated the passage of people and livestock through this territory. Working cattle operations such as the Circle Bar Ranch, Claytor Ranch, and Seven D Ranch are scattered across the plains, representing the enduring legacy of the Wyoming ranching industry. Evidence of earlier settlement is found at the Vide Homestead near the center of the quadrangle. The terrain is deeply etched by features like McDougal Gulch and Barlow Springs Draw, while Dry Creek Rd serves as a primary artery connecting these remote landholdings.