2011 Map of Ellis Canyon

About this map

Ellis Canyon and the Dry Range dominate this interior Montana landscape, where drainage systems from the Big Belt Mountains carve through high-elevation terrain. Water management is a central theme of the region, evidenced by landmarks such as Dabler Dam, Ashford Tank, and numerous named water sources like Weaning Corral Spring and Den Gulch Spring. The geography is defined by the convergence of several major drainages, including Rock Creek, Beaver Creek, and the Smith River in the northeastern corner. Ranching and land management footprints are visible in names like Haystack Bar and the road network of Lingshire Rd. This survey highlights the complex hydrography of Meagher County, tracing the forks of East Fork Ellis Canyon and West Fork Ellis Canyon as they move through a landscape shaped by both natural erosion and livestock infrastructure.