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2017 Map of Clark Fork

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Clark Fork
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Clark Fork sits at a strategic point where the Clark Fork river enters the sprawling waters of Lake Pend Oreille. This 2017 study illustrates the intersection of modern aviation and the vast public lands of the Kaniksu National Forest. The landscape is defined by the high peaks of the Cabinet Mountains, including Goat Mountain and Bee Top Mtn, which overlook a network of valley roads and forest trails. Multiple small airstrips, such as the Delta Shores Airport and Cx Ranch Airport, emphasize the importance of regional flight in this mountainous terrain.

The hydrological complexity of the area is evident in the many drainages feeding the lake, from Lightning Creek to the smaller Silver Creek. To the south, Derr Island and Antelope Lake mark the transition toward the high ground of Antelope Mtn. This map provides a detailed view of contemporary land use in Bonner County, showing how the settlement of Clark Fork serves as a gateway between the river delta and the protected wilderness areas of northern Idaho.