2014 Map of New Year

About this map

New Year sits at the heart of the Judith Mountains in Fergus County, surrounded by a complex network of canyons and gulches that defined this Montana mining and ranching district. The landscape is characterized by high summits including New Year Peak, Burnette Peak, and Pyramid Peak, with drainage systems like Ruby Gulch and Dexter Gulch carving through the mountain terrain. Historically significant locations for genealogists include Trout Creek Cem and Hilger Cem, which serve as quiet markers of the early families who settled near the upper reaches of Warm Spring Cr. The area is accessible via several historic routes such as Maiden Rd and the Maiden Cutoff, reflecting the connection between this settlement and nearby mining camps. Natural landmarks like Devils Canyon and Limekiln Canyon highlight the steep relief of the Judith range, where water sources like Moccasin Cr and Fish Cr originate.