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1958 Map of Garfield Peak

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Garfield Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1960
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1960

About this map

Garfield Peak stands as the dominant topographical landmark in this 1950s survey of Rosebud County, where the landscape is defined by the high divides between the Tongue River and Rosebud Creek watersheds. A striking historical marker is the Old Indian Reservation Boundary which traverses the center of the quadrangle, reflecting the complex territorial history of the region.

The presence of the Wood Place and several named water sources like Hollowbreast Spring and Fields Reservoir indicate the sparse but vital network of early ranching and homesteading infrastructure. Geologic interest is highlighted by the Burning Coal Vein Area, a notable natural phenomenon in this coal-rich region. A network of Jeep Trails and unnamed trails provides the primary access through the drainage systems of Greenleaf Creek, Miller Creek, and Lay Creek, illustrating the remote character of the Montana backcountry during this period.