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2014 Map of Big Draw

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Big Draw
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Gallatin National Forest encompasses the high country of this Montana landscape, where steep drainages and prominent peaks define the topography. The terrain is deeply incised by a network of seasonal and permanent waterways, including the upper reaches of Eightmile Cr, Miller Cr, and Fridley Cr. A distinctive topographic landmark known as Point Stupid stands between the headwaters of Pole Gulch and Miller Cr, illustrating the localized, often descriptive naming conventions used by early surveyors and residents in the region.

Evidence of human activity is primarily limited to forest management and access, represented by routes such as Eightmile Creek Rd and the Service Rd winding through the southern sections. Notable depressions and draws, such as Big Draw and Tie Gulch, suggest a landscape historically shaped by natural runoff patterns, while Mud Lake provides a rare localized water catchment in the higher elevations of this wilderness area.