2014 Map of Kelly Creek

About this map

Bozeman expands eastward toward the Bridger Range in this modern topographic study, where the intersection of high-mountain terrain and valley floor dictates local development. The map details the transition from the urban edge of Bozeman to the steep slopes of Drinking Horse Mtn and Mt Baldy. Transport corridors are a primary focus, illustrating the path of the Bozeman Trail Rd and the vital crossings at Kelly Canyon Bridge and Moffit Canyon Bridge over the E Gallatin River. Significant acreage within the Gallatin National Forest remains protected, while the settlement of Chestnut is shown at the southeastern edge of the quadrangle. The land's character is defined by deep incisions like Kelly Canyon and Sypes Canyon, which channel water from the peaks toward the valley's drainage systems.