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2001 Map of Wilborn

Name: 2001 Topographic Map of Wilborn
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2004
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2004

About this map

The high mountain topography of Helena National Forest dominates this landscape, where the Continental Divide winds through the high ridges of the Lincoln Ranger District. The terrain is defined by its deep drainage networks, with the waters of Canyon Creek and Specimen Creek carving through the slopes. At the heart of the transit through these mountains lies Flesher Pass, providing a critical crossing point for travelers moving through the divide.

Evidence of historical resource extraction is visible in the scattered Prospects and suggestive names like Sawmill Gulch and Miners Gulch. Near the southern edge of the map, the small settlement of Wilborn sits along the creek banks, representing a localized hub of activity amidst the vast timber and mineral lands. The presence of numerous named drainages such as Bear Gulch and Trout Creek reflects the vital role water played in shaping early montana settlement and industry.