2024 Map of Curley Creek

About this map

The Kootenai River carves a dramatic path through the state line between Boundary County, Idaho, and Lincoln County, Montana, anchoring a landscape defined by the intersection of the Kaniksu National Forest and Kootenai National Forest. In this modern record, the terrain rises sharply from the riverbank toward prominent peaks such as Murphy Mtn, Cross Mtn, and the southern Leonia Knob. The map detail shows a network of forest and county roads, including Old Hwy Two Lp and Bonner Lake Rd, providing access to water bodies like Bonner Lake and the eponymous Curley Creek. This area preserves a legacy of backcountry navigation with named trails like the Red Top/Murphy Mountain Trl and the Kootenai River Walk Trl, illustrating the continued importance of these highlands for recreation and conservation in the Purcell and Cabinet Mountains.