2012 Map of Massacre Hill

About this map

Massacre Hill dominates the southeastern corner of this high-desert landscape in Sweetwater County, providing a stark topographical anchor to the region's expansive drainage systems. The meandering path of the Blacks Fork river winds through the eastern portion of the terrain, while the multiple branches of Little Dry Cr cut across the southern reaches, illustrating the complex hydrology of this arid environment. Evidence of ranching and land use is sparse but significant, centered on the Bonomo Ranch in the north near the river's bend. This 2012 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey documents a quiet corner of Wyoming where landmarks like Chicken Draw define the subtle variations of the plains before they rise toward more prominent elevations.