2020 Map of Coolin

About this map

Coolin sits at the southern edge of Priest Lake, serving as a primary gateway to the high wilderness of the Kaniksu National Forest. This 2020 map documents the transition from lakeside settlement to the steep, wooded slopes of the Selkirk Mountains. The terrain is defined by rugged peaks like Sundance Mtn and Coolin Mtn, while the lowlands around Jack Pine Flats are carved by a network of drainages including Chase Cr and Lost Cr. Local roads such as Warren Beach Rd and Cavanaugh Bay Rd connect the seasonal and permanent residences at Sherwood Beach to the interior backcountry. The map also highlights the complex hydrology of the region, from the high Lee Lake to the confluence of the Middle Fork E River and Priest River, illustrating how topography dictates the movement of both water and travelers in the Idaho Panhandle.