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2020 Map of Alder Gulch

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

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Sandstone Ridge and Ram Mtn dominate this high-elevation landscape in Granite County, where the boundaries of the Lolo National Forest and Deerlodge National Forest meet. The terrain is defined by a dense network of drainages and gulches, many bearing names that hint at early mining and pioneer activities, such as Windlass Gulch, Scotchman Gulch, and Mill Gulch.

Water flows through the seasonal and perennial beds of Ramona Cr and Upper Willow Cr, which carve through the steep topography. Significant landmarks like The Wedge provide distinct navigational points within the forest lands. The sparse road network, including Alder Gulch Rd and Willow Creek Rd, follows the natural contours of the gulches, illustrating how the rugged geography has dictated travel and access in this part of Montana for decades.