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1997 Map of Shaw Mountain

Name: 1997 Topographic Map of Shaw Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2002
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2002

About this map

Shaw Mountain and Lost Horse Mountain anchor this high-altitude landscape within the Beaverhead National Forest, as it was documented in the late 1990s. The map illustrates a complex drainage network where headwaters like Papoose Creek and Effie Creek flow through the interior. Human presence is light and concentrated along backcountry routes, notably at Kelley Cabin and the Bible Camp Park.

Transport is defined by forest management and recreation, featuring the Wisdom Wise River Road and the Pioneer Loop Trail. This survey captures the traditional land use patterns of the Ranger District, including seasonal openings like Fox Park and the uniquely named Jerked Prairie. The terrain is marked by significant passes and meadows, such as Alder Pass and Alder Creek Meadows, which historically served as vital corridors through the mountainous divide.