2015 Map of Powder Mountain

About this map

The Cherokee Trail Rd cuts through this high-altitude landscape along the border of Wyoming and Colorado, following a path beneath the prominent Powder Rim. This area of Sweetwater County is defined by its seasonal water management, featuring a dense network of catchments such as Carson Reservoir, Salt Lick Reservoir, and Two Draw Reservoir. These features, along with names like Moonshine Spring and Grindstone Spring, suggest a history of resource utilization in a demanding environment. To the south, the terrain rises toward Powder Mtn and Anthill Knob, while the intricate drainage systems of Grindstone Wash and Ruedloff Draw navigate the slopes of Ruedloff Ridge. The presence of the East Fork Anthill Draw and West Fork Anthill Draw further illustrates the complex erosion patterns of this desert mountain terrain.