2017 Map of Wild Horse Hill

About this map

Wild Horse Hill stands as a central landmark in this high-plains landscape of Washakie County, where water management and livestock movement define the local geography. The winding course of the Nowood River and its tributary, Brokenback Cr, dictate the flow of the terrain, while man-made interventions like The W Ditch and the Big Cottonwood Reservoir highlight the region's reliance on irrigation and water storage. Historical transportation routes, including the Old Ten Sleep Hwy and the Tensleep Hyattville Rd, provide evidence of the long-standing connections between rural ranching communities. The presence of the W T Stock Driveway further emphasizes the enduring ranching heritage of the area, marking traditional paths used for moving cattle across the basin. From the elevations of Blue Ridge to the depths of Red Gulch and Meyers Gulch, the map details a complex network of ridges and drainages shaped by both natural erosion and human industry.