2020 Map of Dexter Point

About this map

Paradise Valley occupies the western lowlands where the Yellowstone River flows northward, providing a stark contrast to the high peaks of the Absaroka Range to the east. This 2020 survey documents the complex water management and topographic transition of Park County, showing the Paradise Canal cutting through the valley floor while numerous drainages like McDonald Cr and Strawberry Cr descend from the mountains. Genealogists and local researchers will find the Shorthill Cem and Magee Cem positioned near the base of the foothills, marking the early settlement history of the area. Much of the eastern half is protected within the Gallatin National Forest, where landmarks such as Dexter Point and George Lake punctuate the high-elevation wilderness. The map also traces the modern road network, including E River Rd and George Creek Rd, which link the valley's residential pockets to the surrounding backcountry.