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1962 Map of Dickie Hills

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Dickie Hills
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

The Big Hole River winds through the northern portion of this landscape, serving as a vital corridor for transportation and water at the intersection of several Montana counties. The terrain is characterized by the prominent Dickie Hills and high points like Round Top Mountain, all situated within the sprawling Beaverhead National Forest. This 1962 field-checked survey reveals the mid-century cattle and ranching footprint of the region, specifically marking the Davis Ranch and Glauser Ranch alongside the small community of Dickie.

Tracing the path of the river, the map identifies the strategic Dickie Bridge and a Gravel Pit, indicating local infrastructure efforts. Higher elevations contain more remote features including Foolhen Lake and Heart Park, accessible only via established routes like the Pack Trail. Small-scale industrial activity is noted at a single Mine near Meadow Creek, offering a glimpse into the localized prospecting that occurred amidst the heavily timbered drainages of Bryant Creek and Bear Creek.