2017 Map of Chimney Butte

About this map

Chimney Butte stands as a central landmark in this high-desert landscape of southwestern Sublette County, where intricate drainage patterns define the arid terrain. The water management infrastructure necessary for ranching in this environment is evident through several small impoundments, including Chimney Butte Reservoir and Flat Top Reservoir. The map reveals a network of county and ranch roads, such as Big Piney Calpet Rd and Dry Piney Rd, which follow the natural contours of the land and its ephemeral waterways. Deeply incised features like Yose Canyon and McDonald Draw show how the periodic flow of Dry Piney Cr has sculpted the plateau. This 2017 survey provides a precise look at the modern land divisions and topographical features like Little Mesa and Bailey Cone that have served as navigational aids in this open range for generations.