1980 Map of Blind Bull Creek

About this map

Greys River winds through this 1980 survey of the western Wyoming high country, serving as a primary corridor for early ranching and resource extraction. The landscape is defined by the sharp convergence of Bridger National Forest and Teton National Forest, where the topography transitions from the steep Middle Ridge down to the distinct river bend known as The Elbow. Remote outposts and industrial sites are scattered throughout the drainages, including the Box Y Ranch and a nearby Guard Station along the river banks. Economic activity is anchored by the Blind Bull Mine in the east and the Vail Mine to the north, connected by a network of primitive routes. The map records numerous named watercourses like Deadman Creek and Moffat Creek, alongside landmarks such as Blind Bull Lake, illustrating the mid-century intersection of forest management, livestock ranching, and high-altitude mining.