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1911 Map of Gallatin

Name: 1911 Topographic Map of Gallatin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1928
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1928

About this map

Mammoth Hot Springs and the northern reaches of the Gallatin Range define this landscape during a period of significant early park development. The map details the administrative and tourism infrastructure of the era, from the Park Headquarters and Mammoth Hotel to the Mammoth Permanent Camp. A notable shift in travel patterns is evident in the labeling of both the Norris Basin Hotel and Fountain Hotel as abandoned, reflecting the rapid changes in park hospitality at the turn of the century.

Natural thermal features and geological landmarks are meticulously documented, including the Monument Geysers, Roaring Mtn, and the distinctive Obsidian Cliff. Hydrographic details trace the courses of the Gardiner River and Madison River, alongside numerous falls such as Undine Falls and Osprey Falls. The map also captures early transportation routes like the Bunsen Peak Road and essential crossings such as the Sevenmile Bridge, illustrating the early efforts to provide access to the Lower Geyser Group and beyond.