1997 Map of Barren Peak

About this map

Waylett Mine and several scattered Prospects indicate the legacy of mineral exploration within this segment of the Kootenai National Forest. The landscape is defined by the high elevations of Teeters Peak and Barren Peak, which serve as topographical anchors for the complex drainage systems of the Fisher River and Silver Butte River. A network of historic paths, including the Libby Divide Trail and Teeters Peak Trail, traces the ridgelines and creek beds, providing evidence of how the Libby Fisher River Ranger District managed access to this backcountry. The presence of Schrieber Lake and the confluence of numerous tributaries like Miller Creek and Bramlet Creek illustrate the water-rich character of this high-altitude forest, where the timber and mining economies historically intersected.