1968 Map of Fayette Lake

About this map

The glacial waters of Fayette Lake, Half Moon Lake, and Burnt Lake dominate this high-altitude landscape within the Bridger National Forest. The 1968 survey reveals a terrain defined by water and wood, where the Wilderness Boundary separates the more accessible recreation areas from the protected Bridger Wilderness. A network of historic paths, including the Pole Creek Trail and Sweeney Creek Trail, facilitates travel through the drainage basins of Pole Creek and Sweeney Creek. Human presence is marked by isolated landmarks such as Blacks Cabin and the Upper Half Moon Campground, while a Gaging Sta on the southern reach of Little Half Moon Lake indicates the importance of hydrological monitoring in this watershed. The map illustrates the complex topography of Half Moon Mountain and Fortification Mountain, providing a clear view of the area's natural boundaries before later developments.