2014 Map of Blue Grass Ridge

About this map

Blue Grass Ridge and the Flathead National Forest dominate the western half of this 2014 survey, illustrating the transition from timbered slopes to the valley floor west of Kalispell. Small settlements like Kila, Batavia, and Smith Valley align with the Us-2 corridor, reflecting the modern residential and agricultural development patterns of the region. The landscape is defined by several notable drainage features, including Dern Draw, McMannamy Draw, and the winding course of Ashley Creek, which feeds into the wetlands of Smith Lake. Local history is anchored by the Spring Creek Cemetery in the northeast and numerous family-named landmarks like Sheepherder Hill and Haywire Gulch. The road network, including Farm to Market Road and W Reserve Drive, shows the increasing connectivity between rural residential pockets and the larger Flathead Valley.