2011 Map of Dog Creek

About this map

Selway River dominates the western edge of this landscape, carving a deep path through the wilderness south of Rattlesnake Bar. The terrain is defined by a dense network of tributaries, including Pettibone Creek, Bear Creek, and Crow Creek, which drain the surrounding high points. Near the southern confluence of these waters lies the Selway Lodge, a rare point of human habitation in an otherwise roadless backcountry. Prominent landmarks such as Dog Point overlook the drainage of Dog Creek, while smaller seasonal flows like Short Creek and Ditch Creek mark the side canyons. This 2011 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey in cooperation with the U.S. Forest Service highlights the intricate hydrology of the region, illustrating the complex flow patterns from Hell Creek in the north to the larger river systems below.