2021 Map of Benton Basin NE

About this map

Emigrant Trail Rd cuts through this high-elevation terrain in Natrona County, tracing a historic path of western migration. The landscape is defined by its complex drainage network, where Poison Spring Cr and Iron Cr carve through the high ground. To the south, Ryan Hill rises as a prominent landmark above Willow Spring, a vital water source in this arid environment. The map details the intricate relationship between topography and travel, showing how early routes followed the natural contours of the land. Further south, Lone Tree Gulch and Eagle Cr mark the descent toward the Benton Basin. This 2021 survey provides a clear view of the area's geological and hydrological features, essential for understanding the historical movement of people across the Wyoming territory.