2017 Map of Burke

About this map

The narrow valley of Canyon Creek defines the settlement patterns of this mountain corridor, where the historic mining hamlets of Burke, Mace, Black Bear, Frisco, and Gem are tightly clustered. This high-country landscape is defined by its verticality, with prominent summits such as Tiger Peak, Custer Peak, and Fulkerson Peak towering over a dense network of gulches. The terrain is marked by a complex system of access roads and trails, including Burke Rd and Blue Sky OHV, which navigate the steep drainages feeding into Prichard Creek. Along the eastern boundary, the map shows the transition into the Lolo National Forest at the Montana-Idaho state line. This survey captures a landscape where industry and geography are inseparable, evidenced by the numerous named gulches like Vendetta Gulch and Moonshine Gulch that reflect the region's rugged prospecting history.