2014 Map of Bearshack Creek

About this map

Big Sheep Mountains dominate the southern portion of this landscape, marking the high ground between the drainage basins of eastern Montana. The map illustrates a complex network of seasonal waterways, including the upper reaches of Bearshack Cr and Tusler Cr, which carve into the terrain near the Lower Summit. This area is defined by its rural connectivity, where long-established routes like Prairie Rd and Bracket Creek Rd traverse the boundary between McCone and Prairie counties. The drainage patterns of Pasture Cr and Middle Fork Bad Route Cr indicate the watershed's significance to local ranching and land use, showing how the natural topography has dictated the placement of section lines and gravel roads across the high plains.