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2020 Map of Saddle Peak

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Saddle Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Gallatin National Forest dominates this section of the Bridger Range, where the steep eastern front meets the high peaks of the Gallatin Valley's backdrop. The landscape is defined by the sharp spine of Bridger Ridge, connecting notable summits such as Ross Peak, Saddle Peak, and Baldy Mtn. This high-altitude terrain is carved by numerous drainages, including Truman Gulch and Bostwick Canyon, which flow westward toward the valley floor.

Winter recreation and mountain access are centered around Bridger Bowl and the small settlement of Bridger along the eastern slopes. The transportation network is concentrated in the corridors of Bridger Canyon Rd and the Springhill Community Rd, providing a clear look at how human activity and residential development, such as Northern Lights Ln, have clustered at the base of these formidable mountain walls. Key passage points like Ross Pass and Bridger Divide highlight the natural breaks used to traverse this complex geography.