2017 Map of Buffalo Peak

About this map

The high-elevation landscape of Converse County unfolds across the Medicine Bow National Forest, where the Laramie Mountains transition into steep drainages and prominent granite outcrops. The small settlement of Boxelder sits in the northwest, serving as a landmark near the intersection of Box Elder Cr and Co RD 17. The terrain is defined by dramatic elevation changes, peaking at Buffalo Peak and Sullivan Mtn, while the eastern portion of the map is carved by the deep La Prele Gorge. Natural landmarks such as Standing Rock and Bear Rock indicate a landscape shaped by distinct geological formations, providing clear reference points for those navigating the backcountry. Numerous seasonal and perennial water sources, including Horseshoe Bend Cr and Dry Fork La Prele Cr, create a complex network of canyons that have historically dictated movement through this part of Wyoming.