The tundra known as the Icetromper Wastes existed within the Whiterock Wastes region, found on the planet of Hoth. In the course of the battle to seize Hoth during both the Cold War and the Galactic War, the Icetromper Wastes were largely held by the Republic; however, the Sith Empire encroached upon this territory, forcing the majority of Republican troops northward to Aurek Base.