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1962 Map of Foolhen Mountain

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Foolhen Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1989
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1989

About this map

The Big Hole River carves through the northwestern corner of this territory, where the boundary between Deer Lodge and Beaverhead counties is established. This high-altitude landscape within the Beaverhead National Forest shows a transition from river valley to the prominent heights of Foolhen Mountain. Cultural features are concentrated near the water, including the Fishtrap (Site) and the Fishtrap Sch, marking a localized area of early settlement and community infrastructure along Fishtrap Creek.

Resource extraction and backcountry management are evident through the presence of the Calvert mine and several prospect sites near Calvert Hill. A network of pack trails and jeep trails provides the primary access into the interior, connecting remote landmarks like the Foolhen Ranger Cabin and the alpine waters of Ferguson Lake and Johanna Lake. These routes highlight the area's importance for both forestry operations and recreation in the mid-20th century.