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2020 Map of Steamboat Mountain

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

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Lewis & Clark National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape, where the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail winds through the southwestern corner. The terrain is defined by prominent peaks and ridges, including the landmark Steamboat Mountain and Lone Chief Mountain. Water courses such as the Dearborn River and its tributary Milky Stream carve through the deep drainages, with the river passing through the notable Devils Glen and Skull Gulch.

Tracing the complex hydrology reveals features like Cataract Falls within the Cataract Basin and several high-elevation passes including Elk Pass. The presence of Lead Gulch suggests a history of mineral exploration, while the broader basins like Bailey Basin and Beaver Meadows indicate the varied topography of this section of the Rocky Mountains. Forest Service infrastructure is represented by routes like Elk Creek Road and the Bailey Elk Connector, providing access through these remote forest lands.