As of 2026, the state of Montana and the U.S. Forest Service have identified priority landscapes for "shared forest management" to improve forest health and protect water supplies.
to mitigate wildfire risk in the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. BLACK MOUNTAIN MONTANA V1.0
It is characterized by significant relief, rising over 4,300 feet above South Fork Pine Creek in just 1.2 miles. As of 2026, the state of Montana and the U
Precipitation runoff drains into the headwaters of Pine Creek, a tributary of the Yellowstone River. 2. Ecology & Forest Management As of 2026
Recent reports note significant "deadfall" (downed trees) at higher elevations (around 9,000 feet), which impacts both wildlife movement and recreational access. 3. Conservation & Shared Stewardship (V1.0 Objectives)