2017 Map of McLeod Basin

About this map

The settlement of Contact sits at the southern edge of this mountain landscape, positioned where Contact Cr and Fuller Gulch meet the larger river systems. The terrain is defined by high peaks and ridges within the Gallatin National Forest, including the prominent Contact Mtn, Tepee Mtn, and Green Mtn. This area in the high country of the Park Co Sweet Grass Co border region shows a transition from the lower elevations of the Boulder River and West Boulder River to the steep relief of Coal Mine Rim and McLeod Basin. Local landmarks such as Natural Bridge Draw and the uniquely named Boulder Bone Yard suggest a landscape shaped by both geological forces and long-standing local nomenclature. The map provides a detailed view of the high-altitude drainage systems and access routes like Main Boulder Rd that connect these remote mountain features.