2020 Map of Beacon Point

About this map

Spanish Peaks and the high-elevation terrain of the Gallatin National Forest dominate this 2020 topographic survey, straddling the border between Madison and Gallatin Counties. The landscape is defined by its complex drainage systems, including the Gallatin River and numerous forks like Little Hellroaring Creek and N Fork Spanish Cr. Hidden among the peaks are several alpine basins and lakes, such as Diamond Lake, Arrow Lake, and Grayling Lake, which provide a detailed record of the local hydrology and elevation. Human presence is concentrated primarily in the northeast, where the Gallatin Rd corridor and Benham Bridge provide access across the river. For those researching local history or families, the inclusion of Edens Cem near Sheep Rock and the marking of established routes like Hyde Creek Rd offer points of connection to the area's development and land use.