1961 Map of Strouss Hill

About this map

The historic Overland Trail cuts across the northern reaches of this high-elevation landscape, marking a legacy of westward migration through Wyoming. To the west, the boundaries of the Medicine Bow National Forest encompass the high peaks and timberline, while the lower slopes are defined by a network of drainage systems including Fourmile Creek and Sevenmile Creek. This period of land use shows a transition between traditional cattle ranching at Manthos Ranch and Basin Ranch and mid-century industrial interests, evidenced by several Oil Wells and multiple prospects scattered near Strouss Hill.