2013 Map of Continental Mountain

About this map

Upper Priest River defines the remote northern character of this mountainous landscape along the international boundary between Idaho and British Columbia. Mapping in the Kanisku National Forest area reveals a rugged wilderness environment where the river is the primary hydrological feature, punctuated by the striking Upper Priest Falls. This 2013 survey provides a digital-era look at the high-elevation terrain near the Canadian border, documenting the drainage patterns and significant landmarks that remain largely untouched by dense settlement. The map serves as a detailed reference for the natural geography of the Salmo Valley region, where the steep topography dictated the historic lack of industrial or residential development.