1978 Map of The Ramshorn

About this map

Dubois stands as the primary gateway to this high-altitude landscape in the late 1970s, positioned along the Wind River where Us 287 and Us 26 provide access to the surrounding wilderness. The map documents a convergence of massive protected lands, including the Teton National Forest and Shoshone National Forest, divided by the high spine of the Continental Divide. The drainage patterns are significant, showing the headwaters of the Yellowstone River and Thorofare River flowing north, while the Greybull River and Wood River reach toward the eastern plains. A notable pocket of human history is visible at Kirwin, located at the base of Spar Mountain, while the southeastern corner is dominated by the geometric boundaries and high plateaus of the Wind River Indian Reservation. Landmark features like The Ramshorn and Washakie Needles serve as critical navigational points across the Absaroka Range.