1970 Map of Lake Creek

About this map

Wapiti Ridge dominates the southern landscape of this high-elevation terrain within the Shoshone National Forest, as it was recorded during a 1969-1970 field survey. The drainage network is characterized by the prominent north-flowing Elk Fork and its numerous tributaries, including Bloom Creek and Sweetwater Creek. This environment is preserved as the Washakie Wilderness, where the lack of developed roads is compensated for by a primitive Pack Trail winding along the watercourses. The map provides a detailed look at the watershed's topography, from the sharp relief of the Wapiti Ridge to the steep descent of Rampart Creek and its associated Falls. Such maps are essential for understanding the remote hydrology of the Yellowstone River basin, showing the interplay between name-bearing features like Elizabeth Creek and the deep drainage of Bear Gulch.