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1992 Map of Buck Peak

Name: 1992 Topographic Map of Buck Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1996
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1996

About this map

Medicine Bow National Forest dominates this Wyoming landscape, where the high-altitude terrain of Converse County is defined by the Laramie Range. The 1990s revision reveals a network of isolated ranching and homestead sites, including Snowshoe Ranch in the north and the Buck Place and Leahy Place further south. These named locations, often situated near water sources like Strawberry Creek and Box Elder Creek, reflect the persistent human presence in this demanding environment.

Elevations vary significantly, anchored by prominent landmarks such as Buck Peak, Lookout Peak, and Cherry Mountain. The presence of the Box Elder Sch along Box Elder Road indicates a former community hub that served local ranching families. Transportation through the steeper timbered sections, such as Negro Gulch, is maintained by specialized routes like the Snowshoe 4WD, illustrating the area's transition from early livestock trails to recreational and modern forestry access.