2012 Map of Coyote Hill

About this map

The energy-rich landscapes of central Wyoming are defined here by the industrial presence of the Kirby Creek Oil Field and the Wild Horse Butte Oil Field. These sites, marked by specialized access routes like Wild Horse Butte Rd and Kirby Creek Rd, reflect the region's long-standing reliance on resource extraction. The terrain is a complex network of ephemeral drainage systems and draws, including Blue Springs Draw and Major Basin Draw, which carve through the high ground of Coyote Hill and Monument Hill. Vital water sources are scarce in this arid environment, making the locations of Brontley Spring, Malcolm Spring, and the Kirby Creek Reservoir critical points for both livestock and local wildlife. Along the banks of Kirby Cr, the map shows a sparse human footprint, primarily consisting of isolated ranch roads and infrastructure serving the oil industry.