1962 Map of Lincoln Gulch

About this map

Deerlodge National Forest and Beaverhead National Forest converge in this high-elevation Montana landscape, marked by a dense network of gulches and creeks feeding the Big Hole River. The map captures a moment when traditional livestock ranching and recreational expansion existed side-by-side, evidenced by the numerous family-held properties like Ralston Ranch, Johnson Ranch, and Furguson Ranch situated near the Deep Creek Ski Area. The topography is dominated by dramatic drainage systems including French Gulch, Lincoln Gulch, and Tenmile Creek, which flow through steep terrain defined by Bear Mountain. This survey provides essential detail for researchers tracing the historical boundaries between Deer Lodge, Beaverhead, and Silver Bow counties in the early 1960s.