2000 Map of Amelong Creek

About this map

Gallatin National Forest dominates this Montana landscape, where the Big Timber Ranger District manages a complex watershed of high-altitude drainages. At the turn of the millennium, this area preserved a rugged wilderness character, defined by the descent of Sweet Grass Creek and the dramatic topographic relief of Big Timber Canyon. The map reveals the intricate network of the Amelong drainage, split between North Amelong Creek and South Amelong Creek, which converge as they flow toward the eastern plains. Notable landmarks like the prominent Black Butte and the Half Moon area provide reference points for those navigating the backcountry. Human influence is sparse, primarily seen in engineering like the Stocker Ditch and the trails leading toward Upper Big Timber Falls, reflecting a region dedicated to conservation and seasonal grazing rather than permanent settlement.