1990 Map of Hell Gap

About this map

Camp Guernsey State Military Reservation dominates the high-desert landscape of this corner of Wyoming, stretching across the rugged terrain of the Wildcat Hills. The map details a network of canyons and draws, most notably Whalen Canyon and Webb Canyon, which define the local drainage and travel routes. Settled ranching life is clearly marked by family-named landmarks such as the Old 4J Ranch, Kimble Ranch, and the Mothart Place, reflecting the isolated agricultural character of Platte and Goshen counties. Water sources, critical in this arid environment, are specifically identified through Broom Creek Spring and Patten Creek. The elevation at Hall Gap provides a natural passage through the hills, while the survey maintains a record of the shifting border between the two counties as it traverses the ridges and valleys.