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2015 Map of Crows Nest Peak

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Crows Nest Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Black Hills National Forest land defines this portion of Pennington County, where the high-altitude landscape is deeply carved by numerous ephemeral draws and canyons. The area is characterized by its vital water sources, including Freel Spring, Oatman Spring, and Miller Spring, which historically supported livestock and early travelers in this upland terrain. The topography is dominated by prominent features such as Crows Nest Peak and the low-lying Mud Lake.

A complex network of forest roads and trails, such as W Deerfield Rd and S Castle Creek Rd, provides access to interior locations like Blind Park. Numerous named drainages like Manganese Draw, Bjornland Draw, and Redbird Draw showcase a nomenclature likely tied to early local families and prospecting efforts. The presence of Castle Cr indicates the primary drainage system for this forested high country.