2023 Map of Old Maid Gulch

About this map

Bighorn National Forest dominates this section of the western Big Horn Mountains, where the landscape transitions from high plateau flats into deep, dramatic drainages. The area is defined by the carved paths of Tensleep Creek and Leigh Creek, which flow through their respective canyons toward the west. Modern access is facilitated by Co Rd 56 State Hwy 436, while more remote reaches are marked by old tracks like S Brokenback Rd and Upper Canyon Loop. Significant local landmarks include Schoonover Flats and Sagebrush Flats, which provide level ground above the steep descent into Old Maid Gulch. The presence of numerous water sources, such as Camp Stove Spring and Old Maid Spring, highlights the critical importance of reliable water in this high-elevation environment, supporting both the natural ecosystem and historical land use patterns within the forest boundaries.