2015 Map of Jewel Cave SE

About this map

Black Hills National Forest land defines the landscape of this corner of South Dakota, where a complex network of forest roads and springs supported the region's management and early ranching. The presence of numerous named water sources, such as Issue Wood Spring, Rogers Shack Spring, and Pine Tree Spring, points to the vital importance of water security in these high elevations. The map reveals how local transit followed the natural draws and valleys, with routes like Pleasant Valley Rd and Pass Creek Rd connecting remote areas through the drainage systems of Pass Cr and its tributaries. For researchers, the specific naming of remote sites like Sutherland Spring and the Martin Draw provides precise location data for historical homesteading or forest service operations within the Custer County area.