2024 Map of Sphinx Mountain

About this map

Sphinx Mtn and Pioneer Mtn dominate the high-altitude topography of this Madison County region, where the boundaries of the Gallatin National Forest, Beaverhead National Forest, and the Lee Metcalf Wilderness converge. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of ridgeline trails and mountain drainages that feed the South Fork West Fork Gallatin River. Significant local landmarks include the McAtee Basin and Circle Mtn, reflecting the land's transition between managed forest and protected wilderness. The mapping reveals a modern trail system, including the Inspiration Divide Trl and Buck Ridge Trl, which navigate the complex divides between watersheds like Muddy Creek and McAtee Creek. This survey provides a precise view of the remote drainage patterns and named peaks as they exist in the early twenty-first century.