2020 Map of Bear Canyon

About this map

Custer National Forest encompasses the northern portion of this landscape, where the high-elevation terrain of Bear Canyon Ridge transitions into deep drainage systems. The map documents a rugged network of watercourses including Bear Cr, Piney Cr, and Dry Cr, which define the local topography alongside features like Cottonwood Coulee. This 2020 survey reveals a land primarily utilized for its natural resources and passage, evidenced by the presence of Petroglyph Canyon in the southeast. Movement through the area is facilitated by historic paths like the Stockman Trail and Graham Trail, alongside industrial infrastructure such as Helt Rd and Gyp Springs Rd, the latter suggesting a history of gypsum extraction or spring access in this border region between Wyoming and Montana.