2017 Map of Fridley Peak

About this map

Fridley Peak and Hyalite Peak anchor the southern reaches of the Gallatin Range on this modern survey of high-elevation Montana wilderness. The landscape is defined by its complex drainage systems, where Hyalite Cr and its various forks feed numerous waterfalls, including Palisades Falls, Horsetail Falls, and Grotto Falls. The terrain is marked by distinctive geological features such as History Rock, The Mummy, and the Arch Falls Natural Bridge. Transportation into the high country is facilitated by Hyalite Canyon Rd, which serves as a primary access point to the Gallatin National Forest. The map captures a region dominated by peaks exceeding 10,000 feet, featuring alpine basins like Horseshoe Basin and remote water bodies including Heather Lake and Crescent Lake. These names reflect both the descriptive and whimsical nature of local mountain nomenclature, such as Cupids Heart and Sleeping Giant Mtn.