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2020 Map of Whitetail Peak

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

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Whitetail Peak rises as a central landmark within the high-altitude terrain of the Deerlodge National Forest, where the topography is defined by a series of distinct upland meadows and basins. The map documents an intricate network of alpine drainage, including Little Boulder River and several namesake creeks like Nez Perce Creek and International Creek. This landscape is characterized by its high-country parks, such as Little Boulder Park, Upper Whitetail Park, and Lost Park, which serve as natural clearings among the forested slopes.

The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail winds through the western portion of the quadrangle, tracing the fundamental hydrological split of the continent. The presence of the Whitetail Reservoir in the eastern section indicates managed water resources in this mountain environment. This 2020 survey provides a contemporary view of the wilderness character and recreational infrastructure of Jefferson County, emphasizing the natural features that have drawn travelers and surveyors to these peaks for generations.