2020 Map of Elmira

About this map

The Kaniksu National Forest defines the rugged eastern landscape of this portion of Bonner County, where the Cabinet Mountains rise sharply above the river valleys. The settlement pattern is concentrated along the north-south transit corridor, anchored by the small communities of Elmira and Samuels. This area is characterized by a network of mountain drainage systems, most notably the Pack River and its various tributaries like Grouse Creek and Gold Creek. Local history and infrastructure are represented by the Gold Creek Cem and the Spear Valley Airport in the south. Higher elevations feature several isolated water bodies, including Bloom Lake, Dennick Lake, and Sand Lake near Sand Ridge. The map also details timber-related and access routes such as the Old Kootenai Trail and various Forest Service roads.