1970 Map of Clayton Mountain

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The North Fork Shoshone River carves a deep valley through this corner of the Shoshone National Forest, serving as the primary corridor for travel and recreation in the early 1970s. Historical and cultural markers are prominent along the southern bank, including the Mummy Cave archeological site and a Firefighter Monument near Blackwater Creek. The landscape is defined by its transition between protected wilderness areas, with the North Absaroka Wilderness to the north and the Washakie Wilderness to the south. Along the river, a string of established recreation sites like the Rex Hale Campground and Clearwater Picnic Area demonstrate the area's importance for public access. High-elevation landmarks such as Clayton Mountain and Double Mountain anchor the terrain, while numerous drainage systems like June Creek and Elk Fork feed into the main river channel.