2015 Map of Black Mountain

About this map

Bighorn National Forest dominates this section of Big Horn County, characterized by a series of steep drainages and prominent peaks. The landscape is defined by its verticality, from the depths of Shell Canyon and Trapper Canyon to the summits of Black Mtn and Horse Mtn. Water management is evident through historic irrigation infrastructure like Kershner Ditch and Hatten Ditch, which redirect flow from the mountain creeks toward lower elevations. Notable geological landmarks such as Chimney Rock, Elephant Head Rock, and Red Butte provide specific orientation points within the complex terrain of Sunlight Mesa. This 2015 edition provides a modern look at the public land boundaries and forest service roads like Trapper Creek Rd that provide access through the region's gulches and along the winding Shell Cr.