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2012 Map of Fayette Lake

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Fayette Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Fayette Lake sits at the heart of this high-elevation glacial landscape within the Wind River Range. The 2012 topography reveals a complex network of alpine hydrology, where Pole Creek and Sweeney Creek link numerous water bodies including Lower Sweeney Lake, Junction Lake, and Spruce Lake. The terrain is defined by prominent rises such as Fortification Mountain and Half Moon Mountain, while Little Brown Point offers a distinct landmark above the lake basins.

Human activity is concentrated along the western and southern edges of the map, centered around outdoor recreation and seasonal access. Little Half Moon Road and Burnt Lake Road provide the primary routes into the area, leading to sites like Ponderosa Lodge and the Upper Half Moon Campground. The presence of Blacks Cabin in the eastern section suggests a history of remote outpost life amidst the drainages of Falls Creek and Baldy Creek.