2012 Map of Eaglenest Basin

About this map

The Eaglenest Basin dominates this landscape in Park County, where the high plains meet a complex network of water management and livestock grazing history. The Heart Mountain Canal snakes along the eastern edge of the basin, representing the critical role of irrigation in the development of northern Wyoming. A network of rural lanes and county roads, such as Road 22 and Co Hwy R23, provides access to the ranching country surrounding Bishop Cow Camp. This settlement point sits near the Alkali Creek Reservoir, a vital source of water in a region defined by ephemeral and perennial streams like Alkali Cr Patch and Buck Springs Cr. The map details a rugged drainage system where creeks like Iron Cr, Snake Cr, and Idaho Cr carve through the basin floor, illustrating the geological character of this high-elevation terrain.