2024 Map of Sheep Mountain

About this map

The Little Belt Mountains dominate this high-elevation landscape within the Lewis & Clark National Forest in Meagher County. The terrain is defined by dramatic ridgelines such as Rocky Ridge and notable crossings like Elk Horn Pass, which separates the drainages of Horse Creek and Cottonwood Creek. While the area is primarily wilderness, the settlement of Sheep Creek Bar serves as a lone point of historical human activity along the northern reach of Sheep Creek. A complex network of drainage systems, including Eagle Creek, Big Butte Creek, and Bear Gulch, carves through the township and range divisions. Accessibility is provided by the Smith River Rd and Butte Creek Rd, which navigate the valley floors beneath Sheep Mountain. The map illustrates the contemporary management of this vast mountain landscape, showing how modern forestry and road access interface with the traditional topography of the Montana backcountry.