1987 Map of Mount Ellis

About this map

Mount Ellis and the high ridges of the Chestnut Mountain range dominate this 1980s landscape, which centers on the rugged interior of the Gallatin National Forest. The map documents a territory defined by deep drainage basins and high-altitude peaks, where water flows from features like Mystic Lake into a network of drainages including Bozeman Creek, Bear Canyon Creek, and Hyalite Creek. Unlike the developed valleys nearby, this area is characterized by seasonal and administrative infrastructure, such as the Bear Canyon Ski Lodge and the Mystic Lake Ranger Station.