2015 Map of Separation Peak

About this map

Separation Peak dominates the high-elevation drainage divide of Carbon County, where the high desert meets the northern edges of the Haystack Mountains. This 2015 survey reveals a landscape defined by significant topographic relief, notably the prominent escarpment of the Red Rim and the sharp spine of Hogback Ridge. These features dictate the flow of ephemeral water sources like Separation Cr and Sugar Cr, which cut through deep recesses such as Ram Canyon and Scotty Canyon. Human presence is marked by the remote Twentymile Rd and the vital water management of Sixteenmile Reservoir. This map is particularly valuable for understanding the modern cattle-ranching and wildlife corridors in the Wyoming backcountry, capturing the area's essential geographic character before further infrastructure development.