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Hyattville
Eden Index
Climate
7.5
•
Recreation
1.0
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.3/10
Hyattville is a small town located in Big Horn County, Wyoming, known for its stunning natural beauty and numerous outdoor recreation opportunities. The town experiences a semi-arid climate, characterized by warm summers and cold winters. Summers are generally mild with average temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to low 80s Fahrenheit, while winters are cold with temperatures often dipping below freezing. Precipitation is relatively low throughout the year, with most rainfall occurring during the spring and early summer months.
Hydrologically, Hyattville is surrounded by diverse water sources, including the Ten Sleep Creek and Medicine Lodge Creek. These creeks offer opportunities for fishing and canoeing, with an abundance of trout species such as rainbow, brook, and brown trout.
The region's natural beauty provides a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities. The nearby Big Horn Mountains offer hiking and backpacking trails, scenic drives, and camping spots. The nearby Bighorn National Forest is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, boasting opportunities for hunting, fishing, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing. Additionally, the region is home to the Medicine Lodge Archaeological Site, which showcases ancient rock art and archaeological remains.
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): 7.5
Hyattville receives approximately
279mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 61%
and air temperatures averaging around
8°C.
Hyattville 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
Big Horn
Area Rivers
Big Horn
Snowpack Depths
Big Horn
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Big Horn
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabin Creek Meadows | 26 | 7,637 ft | |||
| Tie Flume | 27 | 8,350 ft | |||
| Shell Creek | 15 | 7,589 ft | |||
| Sibley Lake | 20 | 7,996 ft | |||
| Prune Creek | 21 | 7,687 ft | |||
| Ranger Creek - Paintrock | 17 | 7,672 ft | |||
| Dead Swede | 22 | 8,433 ft | |||
| North Tongue | 12 | 7,840 ft | |||
| Owen Creek | 8 | 8,477 ft | |||
| Medicine Lodge Archaeological Site | 25 | 4,798 ft |
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.