2017 Map of Separation Rim

About this map

Separation Rim Separation Point rises as a prominent landmark in this high-desert landscape, anchored by the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail as it snakes across the basin. The area is defined by its seasonal hydrology and geological formations, including Coyote Springs Rim and the wide expanse of Separation Flats. Scattered across the northern half are several ephemeral water bodies such as Mahoney Lake, Bull Spring Lake, and Soda Lake, which illustrate the drainage patterns typical of this portion of Carbon County. Along the eastern edge, US Route 287 provides the primary transit corridor, passing near Separation Point Lake and the headwaters of Separation Creek. This terrain reflects the remote, open character of Wyoming's central basins, where navigation historically relied on distinct rim formations and the rare presence of reliable draws like Cold Spring Draw.