2017 Map of Clifton

About this map

Clifton is the central settlement in this high-plains landscape along the border of Weston County, Wyoming, and Custer County, South Dakota. Located at the edge of the Black Hills National Forest, the terrain is defined by a series of dramatic drainages and peaks, including the Elk Mountains and Wildcat Peak. The map reveals a high concentration of water sources critical to this arid environment, such as Sheep Wagon Spring, Gurney Spring, and Barrel Spring. The network of canyons, from Clifton Canyon to Kouba Canyon, illustrates a rugged geography that dictated local travel along routes like Whoopup Canyon Rd and Elk Mountain Rd. This area serves as a significant intersection of state lines and public forest boundaries, capturing the transition from open range to timbered highlands.