2014 Map of Cripple Horse Mountain

About this map

Kootenai National Forest dominates this topographic survey of Lincoln County, Montana, revealing a landscape defined by sharp elevation changes and high-altitude drainage basins. The area is anchored by Cripple Horse Mtn, with a network of stream systems including S Fork Cripple Horse Cr and N Fork Canyon Cr carving through the terrain. The map documents the infrastructure of the National Forest system, specifically the Natl Forest Develop Road 4898 Rd and Boundary Mtn Rd, which provide access to the high ridges. These forest service routes follow the contours of the land, connecting landmarks such as Hornet Ridge and Snag Gulch. The survey illustrates the complex geography of the American Northwest just after the first decade of the 21st century, showing how the Forest Service manages access to the Boundary Mtn region through a system of designated roads and trails.