1967 Map of Montpelier

The surrounding landscape is defined by the managed waters of the Bear River, featuring irrigation and control works like the La Rocco Canal, Rainbow Dam, and Stewart Dam. To the east, the terrain rises sharply into the Preuss Range and the Caribou National Forest, where Montpelier Canyon provides a natural corridor. Further south, the rural settlement of Wardboro sits near the Bear Lake County Airport, illustrating the valley's mix of traditional agriculture and mid-century aviation growth.