1950 Map of Clancy

About this map

The Northern Pacific corridor serves as a primary artery through this mountainous region of the Helena National Forest and Deerlodge National Forest. At the northern edge, the community of Clancy sits along Prickly Pear Creek, accompanied by Alhambra and the nearby McClellan Ranger Station. The landscape is defined by its deep mining heritage, evident in the numerous named operations like the Golden Age Mine, Tiger Mine, and the southern settlement of Elkhorn. The rugged interior is punctuated by prominent summits including Casey Peak, Elkhorn Peak, and Crow Peak, while numerous drainages such as Lump Gulch and Warm Springs navigate the complex topography. This map documents a high-altitude wilderness where mining and forestry intersected with early Montana infrastructure, preserving the locations of remote outposts like the Eagle Creek Ranger Station and scenic landmarks such as Crow Creek Falls.