1937 Map of Moccasin Lake

About this map

The Continental Divide creates a massive natural boundary along the western edge of this 1930s survey, marking the jagged high-altitude split between the Bridger National Forest and the Shoshone National Forest. This high-country landscape is defined by the headwaters of the Little Wind River and its numerous glacial tributaries, including the South Fork Little Wind River. Much of the eastern and northern territory falls within the Wind River Indian Reservation, showcasing a remote wilderness where travel was dictated by paths like the Washakie Trail. Administrative presence in this backcountry is noted at the Ranger Station and North Fork Guard Sta, while the terrain is punctuated by distinctive peaks such as Mt Popo Agie and Lizard Head Pk. The mapping of alpine features like Washakie Reservoir and Lizard Head Meadows reflects a period of intensive high-altitude surveying by T.F. Murphy and S.C. Kain.