2020 Map of Fairview Peak

About this map

Fairview Peak dominates this high-altitude landscape along the border of Park Co and Sweet Grass Co, within the protected bounds of the Gallatin National Forest. The map documents a complex drainage system where the headwaters of S Fork Big Timber Cr and Rock Creek carve through steep terrain. While much of the land remains undeveloped forest, the lower elevations show signs of agricultural and ranching infrastructure. Robinson Bench and the associated Robinson Bench Rd indicate human adaptation to the geography, while the presence of the Bishir Ditch and the Cottonwood Lowline route suggests historical water management and access for grazing or timber. Remote water bodies like Smeller Lake and Swamp Lake are shown in their natural state, serving as landmarks for those navigating the backcountry of south-central Montana.