2015 Map of Rawhide Buttes West

About this map

The Rawhide Buttes dominate this high-plains landscape along the border of Niobrara and Goshen counties, showcasing a terrain defined by deep erosional draws and canyons. This section of Wyoming is marked by significant topographical relief, from the Wildcat Hills in the southwest to the distinct peaks of Middle Rawhide Butte and Little Rawhide Butte in the east. Water sources, vital in this arid environment, are recorded at Muskrat Spring and Twin Springs, while drainage patterns are carved into the earth as Deadman Canyon, Muskrat Canyon, and School Section Canyon. The presence of Grant Agnew Draw and Hargraves Canyon points to the legacy of early ranching families who navigated this complex geography. Transportation is limited to rugged corridors like Rawhide Butte Rd and Silver Springs Rd, reflecting the remote and rural character of the region.