1972 Map of Amelong Creek

About this map

Gallatin National Forest terrain dominates this 1972 survey, illustrating a rugged landscape defined by the drainage basins of the Crazy Mountains. The map highlights the essential infrastructure of forest management and early recreation, including the Big Timber Guard Station and the Hall Moon Campground located along the upper reaches of Big Timber Creek. A complex network of Pack Trails and Jeep Trails provides access to the high-elevation backcountry, connecting landmarks like Black Butte and Wolf Park. Historically, the movement of water and livestock is evident in features such as the Stocker Ditch and numerous seasonal drainages like Dry Creek and South Amelong Creek. This sheet serves as a detailed record of the area before modern developments, capturing the specific geography of Sweet Grass Creek and the many forks of Otter Creek during a period of active wilderness management.