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1970 Map of Big Salmon Lake West

Name: 1970 Topographic Map of Big Salmon Lake West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

Bob Marshall Wilderness defines the interior of this topographic study, where the landscape is marked by the convergence of Powell, Missoula, and Flathead counties. The drainage of Big Salmon Creek and its many tributaries, such as Spud Creek and Casey Creek, shape the high-elevation terrain. A significant hydrological feature is Big Salmon Lake in the northeastern corner, fed by streams like Charlotte Creek and Lamouse Creek.

Administrative presence in this remote backcountry is noted at the Pendant Guard Sta near the southern boundary, situated along Pendant Creek. The map documents a network of primitive transportation, specifically designated as Pack Trail and Foot Trail, which navigate between prominent summits like Gyp Mtn, Flame Peak, and Patrol Point. The presence of Barrier Falls on the western edge highlights the steep descent of the local waterways.