2011 Map of Elk Gulch

About this map

Benson Peak anchors the high ground of this southwestern Montana landscape, overlooking a complex drainage network defined by Sweetwater Creek and Moose Creek. The area's industrial history is marked by the presence of the Graphite Birds Nest Mine in the northwest, suggesting the region's mineral potential during the early 21st century. The map reveals a sparse ranching and mining footprint, with the Brown Ranch situated near the junction of mountain drainages at Elk Gulch. The terrain is deeply incised by numerous waterways including Blacktail Deer Creek, Wagner Creek, and Crazy Springs Creek, which carve through the valleys south of Little Elk Gulch. This map provides a clear record of the physical geography and land use in Beaverhead County, showing the intersection of natural water courses like Timber Creek and Cabin Creek with the localized human activity at the ranch and mine site.