1965 Map of Sheridan Pass

About this map

The Continental Divide defines the crest of the Wind River Range on this 1965 survey, marking the high-altitude boundary between Shoshone National Forest and Teton National Forest. The landscape is dominated by a complex network of drainage basins and ridges, including the prominent Buckskin Ridge and the secluded Purdy Basin. This high mountain terrain is largely accessible only via the numerous pack trails and jeep trails that traverse the region, crossing at Sheridan Pass and skirting the edges of Washakie Park. The intricate hydrography shown here, from South Fork Fish Creek to the grimly named Starvation Creek, illustrates the headwaters of two major western watersheds. The placement of Stone Spring and other water sources along the ridges highlights the vital points of interest for early travelers and livestock moving through these high-elevation forest lands.