2017 Map of Gird Point

About this map

The Bitterroot National Forest dominates this mountain landscape in Ravalli County, where high peaks and deep drainage systems define the local geography. Significant elevation shifts are marked by landmarks like Gird Point and Black Bear Point, while the hydrological network is anchored by Skalkaho Cr and its various tributaries. The map details a series of named draws and gulches, such as Newton Gulch, Fullerton Gulch, and Tenderfoot Gulch, which suggest a history of local exploration and resource access. Human passage through this high-altitude terrain is primarily facilitated by Skalkaho-Rye Rd 75, which winds along the creek beds. This 2017 survey illustrates the intricate relationship between the steep mountain topography and the waterways that carve through it, including Gird Cr and Saint-Clair Cr.