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2012 Map of Lizard Head Peak

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Lizard Head Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Lizard Head Peak and the high alpine terrain of the Wind River Range are captured in this 2012 survey, showcasing a landscape of granite summits and glacial features. The map details the iconic Cirque of the Towers, a dramatic semi-circle of jagged spires including Wolfs Head, Pingora Peak, and Watch Tower. These formations represent a significant mountaineering landmark, bordered by high-altitude passes like Jackass Pass and Texas Pass.

Drainage patterns are defined by the S Fork Little Wind River and Grave Cr, which feed into numerous glacial lakes such as Washakie Lake, Valentine Lake, and Macon Lake. The presence of the Washakie Glacier and Lizard Head Meadows illustrates the transition from permanent ice to subalpine meadows. For those studying the geography of the continental divide, this map provides precise locations for remote landmarks like Mount Chauvenet and Bears Ears Mountain during the early 21st century.