2020 Map of Knowles Peak

About this map

Knowles Peak and the high elevations of the Absaroka Range dominate this portion of the Gallatin National Forest. The landscape is defined by its dramatic verticality, dropping from peaks like Arrow Peak and Castle Rock into the headwaters of the drainage system. Water management is evident along the western edge where the Mill Cr Flat Ditch diverts water near Paradise Valley. The map reveals a complex network of named ridges and summits, including Anderson Ridge and Green Mtn, which frame the deep-cut valleys of Mill Cr and Wicked Creek. Notable landmarks such as Montanapolis Springs and the remote Elbow Lake suggest the historical and recreational utility of this high-country terrain. Ancient transit routes are marked by Wallace Pass, while resource access is hinted at by the presence of Bulldozer and Upper Snowbank roads.