1955 Map of Fridley Peak

About this map

The Gallatin National Forest dominates this mid-century landscape, where the dramatic peaks of the Gallatin Range meet the fertile valley of the Yellowstone River. At the northern edge, the Middle Creek Dam impounds the Hyalite Reservoir, serving as a central point for early recreation and water management near the Junior Hyalite Camp. The transition from the high alpine environment of Fridley Peak and Hyalite Peak down to the river valley illustrates the area's dual character as both a protected wilderness and a ranching corridor.