2017 Map of Benton Basin

About this map

Alcova Reservoir dominates the southeastern corner of this Natrona County landscape, where the North Platte River carves through the steep walls of Fremont Canyon. The surrounding terrain is defined by a series of distinct topographic depressions and drainages, including Benton Basin and Horseshoe Basin, which are separated by high ridges. This 2017 survey illustrates the accessibility of the reservoir shoreline, noting developed points like Sandy Beach and a network of access roads including Lakeview Rd and Cedar Mesa Rd. Further inland, the map captures the transition from these recreational areas to the more arid, remote stretches of Agate Basin and the winding course of Eagle Cr. Smaller water sources such as McCain Spring and seasonal drainages like Blue Gulch reflect the critical importance of water distribution in this high-desert environment.