2024 Map of Ashbough Canyon

About this map

Blacktail Deer Creek meanders through the heart of this Montana landscape, where the high slopes of the Ruby Range meet the northern reaches of the Blacktail Mountains. The terrain is deeply inscribed by a series of drainage systems, including Axes Canyon, Van Camp Canyon, and the central Ashbough Canyon, illustrating the complex hydrology of Beaverhead County. Human presence is marked primarily by ranch roads and the Poindexter Cem, which sits near the junction of Blacktail Rd and Buster Brown Rd. The map details a network of local connectors such as Flynn Ln and Cabin Creek Rd, which provide access to family-named landmarks and secluded water sources like Blacktail Spring. This modern record preserves the exact location of high-elevation features like Irishmans Hole and Weston Canyon before the subtle shifts of geography and land use continue to alter the landscape.