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2012 Map of Reno Hill

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Reno Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Pine Mountain and the surrounding drainage basins of Natrona County define this landscape, where high-country canyons and flats dictate the local movement of livestock and water. The map documents a classic Western grazing geography, anchored by the Barker Sheep Camp and Stewart Ranch, which represent the enduring pastoral heritage of the region. The terrain is deeply incised by watercourses such as Deer Cr and Soldier Cr, which have carved out notable landmarks like Rainbow Canyon, Moonshine Canyon, and Sensebaugh Canyon.

From the heights of Reno Hill and Six Horse Hill, the landscape descends into Indian Flat and the Hay Draw. This topography illustrates how early development in this part of Wyoming was tied inextricably to water sources and manageable grazing land. The network of canyons, particularly Upper Deer Creek Canyon, provides a detailed record of the natural barriers and pathways used by ranchers in the early 21st century.