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2011 Map of Lone Mountain

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Lone Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Lone Mountain dominates the landscape of this high-altitude region, serving as the dramatic centerpiece for the development of Big Sky Mountain Village. By 2011, the area shows a complex infrastructure of tourism and seasonal residence, including the Big Sky Ski Area and the Big Sky Fire Sta 2. This survey details the transition from high alpine wilderness to a modern mountain resort, where established recreation sits alongside remote natural features.

Water systems are central to the mountain's layout, from the recreational Lake Levinsky and the Big Sky Dam near the village to the scattered alpine tarns like Shadow Lake, Mirror Lake, and the Spanish Lakes. The map also traces the network of US Forest Service routes, such as FS 351, and higher-elevation landmarks like the Andesite Lookout Tower, which together reflect the dual nature of this terrain as both a managed forest and a premier skiing destination.