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2011 Map of Strawberry Butte

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Strawberry Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Iron Butte Mine serves as a focal point for historic resource extraction in this corner of Meagher County, situated near the prominent elevation of Iron Butte. The landscape is defined by its dramatic relief, characterized by high-altitude features such as Black Butte, Strawberry Butte, and the navigational corridor of Moose Pass. These peaks overlook a dense network of watercourses including Sheep Creek, Moose Creek, and Big Butte Creek, which historically dictated the movement of goods and travelers through this mountainous terrain.

Outdoor recreation and forestry access are evident through the preservation of Moose Creek Campground and Sheep Creek Campground. These sites, along with the high plateau of Allan Park, reflect the area's transition into a modern recreational landscape while maintaining the primitive road network seen in Cabin Creek Rd and Allen Park Rd. The convergence of these creeks and the presence of localized mining activity suggest a history of small-scale industry supported by the region's natural resources.