2012 Map of Blacktail Deer Creek

About this map

The Yellowstone River cuts across the northern reaches of this high-elevation landscape, where the Blacktail Bridge provides a crossing near Crevice Lake. South of the river, the expansive Blacktail Deer Plateau dominates the central terrain, drained by a network of waterways including Blacktail Deer Cr and Lupine Cr. This 2012 survey illustrates the modern road system cutting through the wilderness, specifically following the route of Blacktail Plateau Dr as it winds east toward Phantom Lake. Notable landmarks such as Wraith Falls and the overlook at Prospect Peak define the topographical character of the area. The map serves as a precise record of hydrologic features, from the small Blacktail Pond to the meandering courses of Rescue Cr and Oxbow Cr, capturing the undisturbed environment of the northern Rockies in the early 21st century.