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1953 Map of Lewiston Lakes

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Lewiston Lakes
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1953
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1953

About this map

The Oregon Trail cuts across this high-plains landscape, marking the enduring path of westward migration through Fremont County. Surveyed in the early 1950s, the terrain is defined by the steep descent of the Beaver Rim and the winding course of the Sweetwater River. This arid expanse served as a critical corridor for livestock and travel, evidenced by remote outposts like Canoys Cabin and the Yellowstone Cow Camp.

Water sources are the primary landmarks for researchers and genealogists, including Immigrant Springs, Lower Mormon Spring, and Upper Mormon Spring. These named features, alongside the Arnold Ditch, illustrate the vital role of natural and man-made water management in the Antelope Hills. The map also details the Silver Creek Reservoir and the Lewiston Lakes, which sit amidst a network of seasonal drainages like Chimney Creek and Strawberry Creek.