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2017 Map of Paradise Basin

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Paradise Basin sits at the heart of this high-elevation landscape in Fremont County, Wyoming, defined by a complex network of alpine lakes and dramatic peaks. The geography is dominated by numerous high-altitude water bodies, including the clusters of Paradise Lakes and the solitary Steamboat Lake nestled below steep ridges. The drainage patterns of Sheep Cr and Paradise Cr carve through the terrain, illustrating the hydrologic importance of this wilderness area to the larger watershed.

Several prominent landmarks overlook the basin, such as Tybo Peak and Mt Windy, which offer significant points of reference for those studying the regional topography. The mapping reveals a land largely devoid of permanent human settlements, instead showing a wilderness of named summits like Lookout Mtn and Horse Mtn. This record provides a clear look at the intricate natural boundaries and naming conventions used by the U.S. Geological Survey for this corner of the Wind River Range.