2021 Map of Hole-in-the-Wall

About this map

Hole-in-the-Wall, a geological break in the red sandstone cliffs of Johnson County, marks the western edge of this High Plains landscape. The drainage pattern here is defined by deep draws and creeks like Buffalo Cr and Murphy Cr, which carve through the high plateaus and ranching lands. This 2021 survey illustrates the continued importance of water sources in this arid environment, noting Shearing Pens Spring and Taylor Spring. The presence of Bar C Rd and the Bar C Gap reflects the region's enduring cattle ranching heritage, providing access through the steep terrain. Prominent landmarks such as Steamboat Rock, Castle Rock, and Poker Butte serve as vital navigational points across the open range, where topographic relief shifts from the winding Arminto Draw to the high ridges of the Powder River Basin.