1960 Map of Medicine Wheel

About this map

Medicine Wheel (Archeological Site) stands as the centerpiece of this high-altitude landscape within the Bighorn National Forest, situated just north of Medicine Mountain. The terrain is defined by dramatic elevation changes, from the depths of Devil Canyon to the summits of Cone Mountain. This 1960 survey, field-checked during the development of the Missouri River Basin program, captures the area's transition from primitive access to recreational development. Evidence of this includes the Jeep Trail systems and Five Springs Campground near the Five Springs Basin. The hydrology of the region is mapped in detail, showing how seasonal flows from Railroad Springs Creek and Elk Springs Creek drain the plateau. Named local landmarks like Tillets Hole, Pete's Hole, and Long Park offer specific points of interest for those studying the regional geography and land usage of the mid-20th century Big Horn area.