1950 Map of Cliff Lake

About this map

The Madison River carves a deep valley through this high-altitude landscape within the Beaverhead National Forest, creating a series of dramatic benches and basins. This mid-century survey reveals a corridor of remote cattle operations and early tourism, with family-named outposts like Klatt Ranch, Wolf Creek Ranch, and Wickadahl Ranch defining the settlement pattern. The map documents several seasonal livestock camps that were already falling out of use, such as the Miller Cow Camp (Aband) and Shakelford Cow Camp (Aband), reflecting shifts in range management during the post-war era.