2017 Map of Ranchester

About this map

Ranchester sits at the confluence of the Tongue River and Wolf Cr, serving as a focal point for the complex irrigation and drainage systems that define this northern Wyoming landscape. The presence of numerous named waterways such as Mikado Ditch, Hanover Ditch, Oz Ditch, and York Ditch highlights a long-standing reliance on managed water for ranching and agriculture in the valley. To the north, the terrain rises into the Wolf Mountains, marked by deep drainage features including Gwinn Draw, Jack Bill Draw, and Stoops Draw. This 2017 survey shows the modern transportation network, from the residential streets of Dayton St and Hardin St to the larger Ranchester-Five Mile Rd, illustrating how the town has integrated with the natural topography of the river basin.