1982 Map of Bear Mountain

About this map

The Glover River carves a deep, winding path through this corner of McCurtain County, defining a landscape of narrow hollows and prominent summits. The 1982 survey captures the area during a period of active timber and land management, centered around Dierks Camp and the small settlement of Alikchi. High points such as Bear Mountain, which features a prominent Lookout Tower, and Chinquapin Mountain overlook a complex drainage system including North Cedar Creek and Horse Head Creek. Numerous named hollows like Black Sulphur Hollow and Meat Hollow reveal the intricate topography of the terrain. The presence of a Gravel Pit and established camps among the springs, including Burks Springs and Cold Springs, illustrates the local intersection of natural resources and early industrial activity in the Oklahoma backcountry.