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2017 Map of Needle Mountain

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Needle Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Shoshone National Forest dominates this high-elevation landscape within the Absaroka Range of Park County. The terrain is defined by massive peaks and ridges, most notably Needle Mtn and Crater Mtn, which serve as anchors for a complex drainage system. These heights give rise to numerous waterways including Boulder Cr, Eleanor Cr, and several forks of Anderson Cr.

A network of primitive paths provides the only access through this wilderness area, following the natural contours of the drainages. These routes, such as the Boulder Cr Trail and Needle Creek Trail, reflect a landscape largely untouched by modern road infrastructure, preserved for its natural character. The mapping of the Boulder Ridge and Boulder Basin areas highlights the significant relief and physical challenges of the backcountry in northwestern Wyoming.