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1995 Map of Volcano Butte

Name: 1995 Topographic Map of Volcano Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1997
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1997

About this map

Lewis and Clark National Forest defines the northern reaches of this high-altitude landscape, where the rugged topography is carved by drainage systems like Sawmill Creek and Dry Creek. The area’s industrial history is anchored by the Copper State Mine, situated near the headwaters of Gels Creek. This site reflects the mining activity that once characterized the Little Belt Mountains, while the broader terrain transitions from the timbered heights of the Kings Hill Ranger District down to the open waters of Lake Sutherlin in the south.

Hydrological patterns are prominent, with the North Fork Smith River winding through the valley alongside Eightmile Creek and Copper Creek. High points such as Volcano Butte and Higgins Park provide orientation in a region defined by steep contour intervals and limited road access. This 1990s revision captures the area’s preservation as a managed wilderness, illustrating the complex network of forest boundaries and early access routes like the Jamison Trail.