1965 Map of Mount Leidy

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Mount Leidy stands as the prominent peak of this high-elevation landscape within Teton National Forest, where a complex network of glacial and alpine drainage systems defines the terrain. The northern reaches are characterized by the Toppings Lakes and the headwaters of the North Fork Ditch Creek, while the southern boundary follows the path of the Gros Ventre River near the Lavender Hills. This mid-1960s survey reveals a backcountry relies on a system of Pack Trails and Jeep Trails rather than established roads, illustrating the area's isolation and its primary use for forest management or recreation. The naming of numerous tributaries, such as Slate Creek, Negrohead Fork, and Carmichael Fork, suggests a detailed local topography known primarily to forest rangers and pack outfitters during this era.