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1970 Map of Chimney Rock

Name: 1970 Topographic Map of Chimney Rock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

The North Fork Shoshone River carves a deep path through Park County in this 1970 survey, revealing a landscape defined by significant rock formations and early recreation sites. This corridor served as a critical western artery, marked by the presence of Wayfarers Chapel and the historic Buffalo Bill Camp. The terrain is characterized by distinctive geological landmarks such as Elephant Head Rock, Chimney Rock, and the sheer faces of The Palisades.

Boundary lines for the North Absaroka Wilderness and Washakie Wilderness meet within the Shoshone National Forest, illustrating the protected nature of this wilderness area. Tributaries like Goff Creek, Gunbarrel Creek, and Kitty Creek feed into the main river, while a Pack Trail and the Newton Creek Campground highlight the area's established role in backcountry navigation and seasonal residency.