2017 Map of Pike Creek

About this map

Big Spring and the headwaters of the Big Spring Cr watershed define this Fergus County landscape, where the prairie begins its ascent into the mountains. The map reveals a complex network of drainage and terrain, featuring the prominent Kelly Hill and the deep incisions of Limekiln Canyon and Ruby Gulch. Historical transportation routes like the Gilt Edge Stage Rd suggest the area's significance as a corridor between early mining and ranching settlements, while modern access is provided by roads such as Fish Hatchery Rd and Upper Spring Creek Rd. Local land use is reflected in features like the Timber Tracts Rd, indicating the intersection of hydrology, forestry, and high-plains topography. Numerous watercourses, including Pike Creek, Breed Cr, and Castle Cr, weave through the township sections, illustrating the essential role of water in this central Montana environment.