1995 Map of Sawtooth Ridge

About this map

The Sun River cuts a deep path through the eastern front of the Rockies, anchoring a landscape where water management and wilderness preservation meet. In the mid-1990s, this area reflects a complex transition from high-mountain terrain in the Lewis and Clark National Forest to the managed plains below. The Diversion Dam and Diversion Lake facilitate the movement of water via a prominent Canal toward the Alkali Flat. Local tourism and ranching history is preserved through landmarks like the Sun Canyon Lodge, Neal Ranch, and Stecker Ranch, which sit near the entrance to the dramatic river canyon. High points such as Sugar Loaf and the jagged Sawtooth Ridge overlook the Sun River Wildlife Management Area, a dedicated space for habitat protection that occupies the central river valley.