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1977 Map of Jennings Camp Creek

Name: 1977 Topographic Map of Jennings Camp Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

The Bitterroot National Forest dominates this mountain landscape in southwestern Montana, showcasing the complex drainage systems of the East Fork Bitterroot River. Published in 1978 from 1970s fieldwork, the map details a network of named waterways including Jennings Camp Creek, Rye Creek, and Martin Creek that carve through high-elevation terrain punctuated by Blue Mountain. The southern edge of the map transitions into the Anaconda Pintlar Wilderness, emphasizing the primitive character of the region during this era.

Evidence of human activity is sparse but telling, concentrated around the river valley and forest service infrastructure. Researchers will find the Jennings Campground and multiple Picnic Area sites, along with a remote Landing Strip near Swift Creek. The presence of Prospects near the headwaters of Rye Creek and various Jeep Trails and Pack Trails illustrate the era's mix of recreation, early mineral exploration, and forest management in Ravalli County.