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2021 Map of Temple Peak

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Temple Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The Continental Divide winds along the high ridgelines of the Wind River Range, forming the boundary between Shoshone National Forest and Bridger National Forest. This high-altitude landscape is characterized by a dense network of glacial lakes and dramatic summits, including Temple Peak, East Temple Peak, and Wind River Peak at the eastern edge. Water from the snowfields feeds numerous drainages, such as the Big Sandy River, Rapid Creek, and the headwaters of Little Sandy Creek.

Human access is traced through established paths like the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail and the Black Joe Trail, which connect significant backcountry destinations like Big Sandy Lake and Clear Lake Reservoir. Significant terrain features such as Sedgewick Meadows and Sagebrush Ridge provide lower-elevation relief amidst the peaks. The map details the intricate hydrography of the region, from the Frozen Lakes to the multiple forks of Squaw Creek.