2017 Map of Pole Gulch

About this map

The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail- Wyoming Portion winds through this high-altitude landscape in Carbon County, crossing a network of seasonal drainages and high divides. The terrain is defined by a series of significant draws and gulches, including Horse Gulch, Buck Springs Draw, and the namesake Pole Gulch. These features illustrate the complex topography that travelers along the historic Bridger Pass Rd encountered as they moved through this portion of the Rockies. Waterways such as McKinney Cr, Muddy Cr, and Littlefield Cr carve through the landscape, indicating the watershed patterns of the high desert and mountain transition. This survey documents the intersection of modern recreational paths with long-established transport routes like Bridger Pass Rd in a region characterized more by its geographic passability than by permanent settlement.