2021 Map of Nahant

About this map

Black Hills National Forest land defines the character of this mountain region, where the historical settlements of Nahant and Dumont sit along a complex network of forest roads and trails. The terrain is deeply incised by numerous drainages, including Wildcat Gulch, Billings Draw, and Cave Draw, reflecting a landscape where water and topography dictated movement. Genealogists may find particular value in the Carr Cem located in the northwest, near the headwaters of Ward Spring. The map documents a modern snapshot of the area's forest management history, showing the intricate system of access roads like the Besant Park Br 2j and various snow trails that serve the recreational and utilitarian needs of the Lawrence and Pennington county borderlands. These paths connect springs such as Black Fox Spring and Beaver Spring with remote park areas like Besant Park.