2012 Map of Summit Lake

About this map

Geothermal activity and high-altitude hydrology define this high-country landscape in Wyoming’s Teton County. At the heart of the terrain lies Summit Lake, surrounded by specialized thermal features including Smoke Jumper Hot Springs and the Summit Lake Hot Springs. The presence of these named springs suggests the significant volcanic and thermal character of the region. The map tracks the headwaters of several drainage systems, with the Little Firehole River winding through the expansive Little Firehole Meadows in the northern portion of the quadrangle. Other water systems, such as the W Fork Iron Spring Cr and Fairy Cr, mark the intricate network of streams that drain this wilderness area. This 2012 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey provides an essential record of the natural state and names of these remote backcountry locations.