2017 Map of Burgess Junction

About this map

Burgess Junction serves as the primary navigation point in this high-altitude landscape of the Bighorn National Forest. The topography is defined by significant divides and canyons, including the Lake Creek Divide and the dramatic Tongue River Canyon to the east. Water systems are extensive, with the North Tongue River and its various tributaries like Big Willow Cr and Little Willow Cr carving through the mountain terrain. Notable landmarks such as the Garden of the Gods and Twin Buttes provide distinct visual markers for travelers and researchers. Evidence of seasonal land use appears through labels like the Dry Fork Cow Camp, suggesting the area's history with livestock and grazing. This survey captures a balance of wilderness and essential mountain infrastructure, highlighting basins like the Fool Creek Basin alongside established forest access routes.