2017 Map of Johnson Mountain

About this map

Medicine Bow National Forest dominates the western slopes of this Platte County landscape, where the high terrain of Johnson Mtn and Sheep Mtn overlooks a complex network of high-plains watercourses. The drainage patterns here are particularly intricate, defined by the North Laramie River and the Dry Laramie River, which are supplemented by early 20th-century irrigation works like the Mitchell Ditch, Merkel Ditch Number 1, and Pine Ditch. This integration of natural river systems with human-made water management reflects the region's long-standing ranching and agricultural heritage. Transportation across the backcountry is facilitated by rugged routes such as Fletcher Park Rd and Van Ortwick Hill Rd, which navigate around prominent topographical landmarks like Johnson Canyon and Big Draw.