1950 Map of Hebgen Dam

About this map

The Hebgen Dam and the sprawling waters of Lake Hebgen anchor this mid-century survey of the high mountain terrain along the Montana-Idaho border. The landscape is defined by the high peaks of the Madison Range, including Hilgard Peak and Echo Peak, which shelter a dense network of alpine water bodies like Comet Lake and Blue Paradise Lake. This era shows a transition in land use within the Gallatin National Forest, where established working landscapes like the Olifee Ranch and Shaw Ranch coexist with emerging recreational sites such as Campfire Lodge and Hilgard Lodge.