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1967 Map of Crystal Peak

Name: 1967 Topographic Map of Crystal Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1970
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1970

About this map

Gros Ventre Range peaks and high-altitude water systems dominate this 1960s topographic study within the Teton National Forest. The landscape is defined by massive natural elevations such as Pyramid Peak, Crystal Peak, and Corner Peak, which rise above a network of drainages including the West Fork, Swift Creek, and the wandering Crystal Creek. The map records a primitive backcountry infrastructure focused on the extensive Pack Trail system, which serves as the primary means of navigating the high passes and narrow drainages.

One significant logistical corridor is revealed at Packsaddle Pass, connecting the drainage of Granite Creek with the northern slopes near Burnt Point. A distinct alpine ecosystem is represented by The Meadows and the isolated Box Lake, located south of Bunker Creek. This survey captures the wilderness character of Teton County before modern backcountry management protocols, providing a precise record of the traditional routes and named summits that have long guided travelers through these peaks.