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2020 Map of Wise River

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Wise River
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The confluence of the Big Hole River and its namesake tributary at the settlement of Wise River forms the geographic heart of this Montana high-country landscape. As part of the Beaverhead National Forest, the terrain is defined by complex drainage systems and prominent ridgelines, including Bean Ridge and Burnt Dam Ridge. The presence of the Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway and Wise River Airport indicates the modern importance of transportation and access in this mountain corridor.

Genealogists and local historians can trace legacy routes such as Narrow Guage Rd and Roundhouse Rd, which hint at the area's industrial or railroad heritage near Thompson Corner Rd. Elevation changes are marked by features like Granulated Pass and Little Granulated Mtn, while the distribution of water sources like Patton Spring and Mud Spring provides insight into the historic placement of camps and homesteads throughout the surrounding gulches.