2014 Map of Wisdom

About this map

Wisdom serves as the focal point of this high-altitude landscape where the Big Hole River meanders through a broad valley. The settlement pattern is defined by a grid of streets including Main St and Pine St, supported by the Wisdom Airport to the south. The transition from the open valley floor to the timbered slopes of the Beaverhead National Forest is marked by numerous drainage systems such as Steel Creek, Francis Creek, and Hooligan Creek. This map illustrates the vital relationship between the local ranching community and the water sources flowing from the surrounding mountains, including the distinct Dry Gulch and Stanley Creek. The extensive network of secondary roads, such as Steel Creek Rd and Rock Creek Rd, provides access to the remote sections of the national forest and neighboring allotments.