2021 Map of Hunter Mesa

About this map

Bighorn National Forest encompasses the high country of Johnson County, featuring a complex network of alpine meadows and water sources typical of the eastern Bighorn Mountains. The landscape is defined by extensive plateau regions like Hunter Mesa and Schoolhouse Park, separated by deep drainage systems. Water is a defining feature here, with numerous perennial sources including East Hunter Mesa Spring, Hospital Hill Springs, and Mosier Springs feeding the primary waterways of French Creek and North Clear Creek. The presence of Fox Cabin Spring and the numerous trail systems, such as the French Creek Trail and Tie Hack Trail, suggests a long history of seasonal grazing and forest management. These trails often follow the natural contours of the mountain parks, providing access between the higher elevations and the lower creek valleys.