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2011 Map of The Sentinel

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of The Sentinel
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Gallatin Range defines this high-elevation landscape in Montana, where sharp peaks and deep drainage basins create a complex natural watershed. Dominating the topography are prominent landmarks like The Sentinel and The Bear, while Windy Pass provides a significant passage through the high country. The area is defined by its intricate network of waterways, including the headwaters of South Fork Swan Creek in the north and the convergence of Big Creek, Bear Creek, and Little Bear Creek to the south.

Water distribution patterns on the eastern slopes are particularly dense, featuring the branched system of Cottonwood Creek, which includes the North Fork, Middle Fork, and the descriptive Bark Cabin Creek. These names reflect a landscape shaped by early mountain travel and high-country landmarks, with features like Smokey Creek and Mist Creek suggesting the atmospheric conditions typical of these Montana summits.