2024 Map of Cherry Lake

About this map

Cowboys Heaven sits in the northern reaches of this high-elevation landscape, where the Madison Range dictates the flow of numerous alpine drainages. The map provides an intricate look at the convergence of the Gallatin National Forest and the Beaverhead National Forest, much of which is protected under the Lee Metcalf Wilderness designation. This modern topographic record captures the complex network of backcountry routes, including the Cherry Lake Trl and Red Knob Trl, which navigate the steep terrain surrounding Red Knob. The western slopes are defined by water management and natural flows, featuring the Jack Creek Ditch alongside mountain streams like Watkins Creek and Jourdain Creek. To the east, the headwaters of Cherry Creek and the South Fork Cherry Creek carve through the wilderness, reflecting a landscape almost entirely dedicated to conservation and primitive recreation.