1965 Map of Cilly Creek

About this map

The Swan River meanders through a landscape defined by heavy forest management and recreational development during the mid-1960s. This survey illustrates the overlapping boundaries of the Flathead National Forest and the Swan River State Forest, highlighting a coordinated network of public land use. Notable infrastructure includes a Landing Strip and the State Forest Headquarters located south of Metcalf Lake, suggesting the area's importance as a base for aerial fire monitoring or timber operations. Remote accessibility is evident through the numerous designated camping spots, such as Point Pleasant Campground and Soup Creek Campground, alongside several miles of Pack Trail winding through the eastern highlands. Named features like Graves Meadows and Woodward Meadows break up the dense canopy, providing specific landmarks for early outdoor recreationists and surveyors.