2014 Map of Loco Mountain

About this map

Loco Mtn and Lebo Peak dominate this high-altitude landscape within the Lewis & Clark National Forest and Gallatin National Forest. The map documents a complex drainage system where the headwaters of the Shields River meet numerous forks of the American Fork and Big Elk Creek. The Shields River Rd provides the primary access through the southwestern portion of the quadrangle, following the river valley as it cuts between the mountain slopes. Researchers can trace the hydrography of the region through features like Elk Lake and the various tributaries including Lebo Fork, Scofield Cr, and Turkey Cr. The geography is further defined by the convergence of several county boundaries, including Meagher, Wheatland, Sweet Grass, and Park counties, illustrating how these natural mountain barriers serve as political borders in the Montana wilderness.