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2014 Map of The Needles

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of The Needles
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Gallatin National Forest encompasses this high-elevation landscape within the Absaroka Range, defined by a series of prominent peaks and drainage systems. Steep ridgelines connect summits like Boulder Mtn, Carbonate Mtn, and the distinctive spires of The Needles. This terrain is intersected by a complex network of waterways, including the headwaters of Mill Cr and the Boulder River, which shape the deep valleys below alpine crossings such as Silver Pass.

The hydrography of the region is notably dense, with named features like Silver Lake and numerous tributaries such as Meattrack Cr and Snowslide Cr feeding into larger basins. Human infrastructure is limited to specialized access routes like the Natl Forest Develop Road 6639 Rd, reflecting the remote and protected status of these public lands. This survey provides a precise look at the drainage patterns and physical geography that dictate movement through this part of Park County.