The Prairie Elk Wolf Watershed, located in northwest Wyoming, encompasses a land area of approximately 1,780 square miles. The hydrology of the area is dominated by the Wind River Range to the east, which provides a significant portion of the watershed's surface water. The area experiences a snowpack accumulation of 76 inches on average, with the highest accumulation in March. The surface water in the watershed includes the Wind River, as well as multiple creeks and tributaries. The reservoirs in the area primarily consist of small, man-made ponds for watering livestock. Interesting climatic facts include the area's high elevation, with the highest point in the watershed reaching over 13,000 feet. Climate trends in the area include warming temperatures, declining snowpack, and increased variability in precipitation patterns. These trends are expected to have significant impacts on the hydrology and ecology of the Prairie Elk Wolf Watershed.