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1958 Map of Continental Peak

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Continental Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

The Emigrant Trail traverses this high-desert corridor, marking a historic route of westward expansion across the South Pass region. This landscape, as documented by the Geological Survey during the mid-20th century, illustrates the enduring paths of the Stage Road and various Jeep Trails that connect remote outposts. The topography is defined by the prominent Continental Peak and the distinctive formations of the Honeycomb Buttes along the southern border between Fremont Co and Sweetwater Co.

Hydrological features such as Oregon Slough and Harris Slough emphasize the seasonal water patterns of the basin. The map records the intersection of pioneer history and physical geography, where landmarks like Point of Rocks served as critical waypoints. Small drainages, including Sand Creek and North Fork Bear Creek, cut through the terrain, indicating the drainage patterns toward the larger Missouri River Basin system.