2012 Map of Saddle Rock

About this map

Cottonwood Ranch and the distinctive formation of Saddle Rock characterize this remote landscape in Natrona County. The terrain is defined by a dendritic network of seasonal drainages, where Cottonwood Cr and its tributary Little Cottonwood Cr cut through the high plains. Further east, the topographic rise of Sagehen Hill overlooks the confluence areas of Poison Spider Cr and Peach Cr. This 2012 survey illustrates the sparse human footprint in this part of Wyoming, where infrastructure is limited to ranching outposts and a few named thoroughfares like Dry Creek Rd. The presence of numerous named watercourses, including Horse Cr and Chokecherry Cr, highlights the critical role of surface hydrology in the management and organization of this rangeland.