2017 Map of Cottonwood Peak

About this map

Shoshone National Forest defines this high-elevation landscape in Wyoming, where the boundary between Park and Hot Springs counties cuts through the mountain wilderness. The central prominence of Cottonwood Peak anchors a complex drainage system that feeds several watercourses, including Cottonwood Cr, Gooseberry Cr, and the N Fork Owl Cr. A network of backcountry routes, such as the Wind River Divide Trail and Chimney Creek Trail, follows the high ridges and creek beds, providing historical access through the steep terrain. Notable landmarks like the Castle Rocks formation and the high-alpine Twin Lakes further distinguish this area of the Absaroka Range, reflecting a region largely preserved in its natural state for watershed and forest management.