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2020 Map of Checkerboard

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Checkerboard
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Checkerboard serves as the focal point for this mountain landscape in Meagher County, situated along the N Fork Musselshell River. The area is characterized by a high concentration of water resources and mountain ridges, featuring prominent landmarks like Bair Reservoir to the north and the extensive Whetstone Ridge in the south. Much of the southern and eastern territory is managed as part of the Lewis & Clark National Forest, reflecting the region's emphasis on public land and resource management.

Outdoor access and transportation networks are highly developed for recreational use, with numerous specialized trails such as Flagstaff Atv, Dogleg Jeep, and the Whetstone Connector. This specialized pathing suggests a landscape heavily used for modern backcountry exploration. Smaller water bodies like Coates Pond, Christensen Reservoir, and Thorsens Pond are scattered throughout the terrain, providing critical water points among the high elevations of Fries Ridge and the deep drainage of Orcutt Gulch.