2015 Map of Pole Creek

About this map

Bridger National Forest defines this high-elevation section of Lincoln County, characterized by a complex network of mountain drainages and steep ridges. The terrain is divided by Commissary Ridge and South Fontenelle, where the headwaters of numerous creeks begin their descent. Water is the primary geographic feature, with the main stem of Hams Fork and its tributaries, such as Burke Creek and Elk Creek, carving out the landscape. Evidence of historical resource management and backcountry access is visible through the Poison Hollow Connector and several specifically named drainages like Sawmill Creek and Shingle Mill Creek, which point to the timber history of the region. The map also traces the winding paths of Pole Creek and Carl Creek as they traverse the southern townships.