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2020 Map of Earls Gulch

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Earls Gulch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Big Hole River carves a deep valley through this southwestern Montana landscape, serving as a natural boundary between Beaverhead and Madison counties. The central corridor is defined by the Big Hole River Bridge and the Frontage Rd, which follow the river's path. To the east, the terrain rises sharply toward the prominent summit of McCartney Mtn, while the western slopes are dissected by numerous drainages including Sassman Gulch and Brownes Gulch.

Smaller water sources like Seven Springs and Kambich Springs dot the high country, providing critical water in an area defined by deep canyons and steep draws. Landmarks such as the Devils Dancehall and Iron Canyon suggest a complex geological character, while named routes like Sugar Loaf Mountain Rd and Schoolhouse Rd point to the historic network of ranching and mountain access roads used for generations.