2014 Map of Bigfork

About this map

Bigfork sits at the dramatic confluence of the Swan River and the northeastern shore of Flathead Lake, serving as a central hub for this corner of the Flathead Valley. The landscape is a complex mix of water and timber, with the Swan River Bridge and Bigfork Harbor anchoring the town's waterfront identity. To the north and east, the terrain transitions into a dense network of smaller water bodies including Echo Lake, Peterson Lake, and Johnson Lake. This 2014 survey documents a modern landscape defined by lakeside residential development and recreation, contrasting with the expansive protected wilderness of the Flathead National Forest to the south. Local heritage is preserved in sites like Lonepine Cem and the Bethany Lutheran Cem, while the Ferndale Airfield serves the community of Ferndale on the eastern edge of the quadrangle.