2017 Map of Iron Creek

About this map

Beaverhead National Forest land dominates this high-country drainage, where the headwaters of the Ruby River and its numerous tributaries carve through the Madison County landscape. The terrain is defined by high-elevation landmarks such as Strawberry Butte and the Maverick Basin, while the water network is exceptionally dense, fed by perennial sources like Bear Creek Spring, Dog Creek Spring, and Cow Camp Spring. These springs and seasonal drainages, including the oddly named Lazyman Cr and the aptly titled Poison Cr, reveal a landscape shaped by both its geology and its utility to the ranching and forest management history of the region. The map captures a sophisticated network of forest service routes, such as Natl Forest Develop Road 950 Rd, which provide access to this complex system of mountain creeks and river forks.