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Big-Horn
Eden Index
Climate
6.6
•
Recreation
2.7
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.6/10
Located in northern Wyoming, Big Horn is a small community with a population of just over 200. The climate in Big Horn is semi-arid, characterized by hot summers and cold winters with moderate precipitation. The hydrology constituents of the area include Big Horn River, Tongue River, and Shell Creek, which provide ample opportunities for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. Additionally, the area is home to several hiking trails, including the Big Horn Trail, which offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. For winter sports enthusiasts, there are opportunities for skiing and snowboarding at nearby resorts. The area also boasts a rich history, with several museums and historic sites available for visitors to explore.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 6.6
Big-Horn receives approximately
584mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 69%
and air temperatures averaging around
4°C.
Big-Horn has a plant hardyness factor of
4, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Tongue
Area Rivers
Tongue
Snowpack Depths
Tongue
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Tongue
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.7
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder Park | 28 | 7,981 ft | |||
| Leigh Creek | 11 | 5,354 ft | |||
| Sitting Bull | 43 | 8,657 ft | |||
| Doyle | 19 | 8,139 ft | |||
| Deer Park | 7 | 8,903 ft | |||
| Bull Creek | 10 | 8,556 ft | |||
| Lake View | 25 | 8,547 ft | |||
| Tensleep Creek | 5 | 5,480 ft | |||
| Lost Cabin | 19 | 8,205 ft | |||
| Island Park | 10 | 8,536 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI):
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.