2015 Map of Horse Ranch

About this map

Mass Mtn and Cedar Mtn dominate this high-altitude landscape in Sweetwater County, where early 21st-century ranching and water management are clearly visible through a network of small, specialized catchments. The remote character of the area is emphasized by its reliance on these features, including the Staley Corral Reservoir and Ringdahl Reservoir, which support local livestock operations near Horse Ranch. The terrain is carved by deep geographic features like East Canyon and Cattail Draw, which separate high plateaus such as the Big Hollow Bench. Transportation through this high desert country follows the primitive Rim Rd, tracing the natural topography between spring-fed water sources like Moonshine Spring and Box Spring. This map captures a specific moment in the land-use history of Wyoming's ranching frontier, documenting the vital water infrastructure necessary for survival in this environment.