2020 Map of Hogback Mountain

About this map

Helena National Forest encompasses this mountain landscape, defined by sharp ridges and a network of deep gulches. The terrain is dominated by high points like Hogback Mtn and Middleman Mtn, with local landmarks such as Jim Ball Basin and Indian Flats suggesting the historical use of these uplands for livestock and seasonal camps. The map reveals a naming convention rooted in early resource extraction and frontier activities, seen in labels like Blacksmith Gulch, Slaughter Pen Gulch, and Checkerboard Gulch. Steep drainage systems like Refrigerator Canyon and Beartrap Gulch flow toward major waterways including Beaver Creek and Trout Creek. Access to these remote elevations is maintained by Beaver Creek Road and York Road, while features like Hidden Valley and Hanging Valley indicate the complex geological formations found within the Meagher and Lewis and Clark county line.