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1978 Map of Bald Top Mountain

Name: 1978 Topographic Map of Bald Top Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Bitterroot National Forest dominates this mountain landscape, characterized by high-elevation ridges and a network of remote pack trails. The area is defined by the headwaters of several drainages, including Two Bear Creek and Sleeping Child Creek, which carve through the steep terrain. Mining activity is localized in the southeastern corner at Crystal Mountain, where the Crystal Mountain Mine and associated tailings and prospect pits indicate the extraction of minerals from this part of Ravalli County.

Local history and recreation are marked by sites like Bad News Camp and White Stallion Camp, while named clearings such as Gods Little Acre Meadows and Two Bear Meadows provide identifiable landmarks in the dense forest. The map illustrates a period of wilderness management where motorized access was limited, emphasizing the reliance on the numerous pack trails for navigating the slopes of Bald Top Mountain and reaching Crystal Point.