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1965 Map of Grizzly Lake

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Grizzly Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1997
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1997

About this map

The Gros Ventre River carves through the northern reaches of this landscape, defining a corridor of activity within the Teton National Forest. This 1960s survey documents a wilderness primarily accessible by a network of Pack Trails and a Jeep Trail, highlighting the area's isolation and its utility for backcountry navigation. The Red Hills rise above the river valley, while the Red Rock Ranch stands as a rare marker of private settlement amidst the public forest lands.

Deep basins and drainage systems characterize the interior, with West Miner Creek and East Miner Creek feeding into the larger water system. High-elevation features like Grizzly Lake and the secluded Hidden Basin suggest a terrain shaped by heavy seasonal runoff. For those studying the evolution of land use in Teton County, the map provides a clear look at how waterways like Crystal Creek and Slate Creek served as natural conduits through the high country before modern development altered the region's character.