2015 Map of Sweetwater Needles

About this map

The Continental Divide runs through this high-altitude landscape in the Wind River Range, marking the border between the Shoshone National Forest and the Bridger National Forest. This section of the Wyoming wilderness is defined by its dramatic peaks and water systems, where the headwaters of the Sweetwater River and the Little Sweetwater River emerge from the high country. The map traces the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail as it winds across alpine passes such as Christina Pass and through the Sweetwater Gap. Named landmarks like the Sweetwater Needles, Atlantic Peak, and Wildcat Butte provide orientation for those navigating this complex terrain. The presence of the Sweetwater Gap Rd and numerous drainages like Blair Creek and Mill Creek illustrates the intricate hydrology of the Fremont and Sublette County line.