2014 Map of Lingshire

About this map

The settlement of Lingshire sits at the convergence of several high-country drainages within the eastern reaches of the Helena National Forest. This Montana landscape is defined by the Dry Range and a network of named gulches and canyons that trace the early tracks and water sources of the region. Buffalo Canyon and Calamity Gulch suggest the difficult topography encountered by early settlers, while named water sources like Ashford Spring and Crystal Spring provided essential hubs for livestock and travel. Toward the south, Avalanche Butte stands as a prominent landmark near the headwaters of Beaver Creek. The map documents the intricate boundary lines where Meagher County meets Broadwater and Lewis and Clark counties, reflecting the complex administrative history of this section of the Big Belt Mountains.