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2014 Map of Lake McDonald East

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Lake McDonald East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Sperry Chalets serves as a focal point for this section of Glacier National Park, situated at the heart of a complex network of alpine features. The terrain is defined by high-altitude glacial activity and dramatic water features, including the Sperry Glacier and numerous tiered falls such as Beaver Medicine Falls and Akaiyan Falls. The cartography details the transition from the eastern shore of Lake McDonald to the heights of Gunsight Mtn and Edwards Mtn, illustrating the extreme elevation changes that characterize this interior wilderness.

Transportation through the area is primarily limited to the iconic Going To The Sun Rd and established mountain passes. Hikers and researchers can trace the drainages of Snyder Cr and Sprague Cr, or follow the path toward high-altitude basins like Glacier Basin and Lincoln Pass. Significant water bodies such as Harrison Lake and Lake Ellen Wilson are positioned among the peaks, providing a clear record of the watershed patterns within this high-elevation landscape during the early 21st century.