2020 Map of Luke Mountain

About this map

The Little Blackfoot River carves a central path through this section of Powell County, dictating the placement of early transportation infrastructure. Evidence of historical transit is found at the Northern Pacific Railroad Overpass and the Little Blackfoot River Bridge, where the terrain forced a convergence of rail and road. The landscape is defined by a series of named drainages including Homestead Gulch, Dave Gulch, and Shearing Plant Gulch, the latter hinting at the area's agricultural history. Higher elevations are anchored by Luke Mtn in the northwest and the prominent Castle Rock overlooking the river valley. The map details a network of rural routes such as Beck Hill Rd and Choke Cherry Ln that connect these drainages, providing a clear view of how topographic features like Rocky Ridge influenced the local settlement pattern and access to water sources like Gimlet Cr.