2014 Map of French Mountain

About this map

Clearwater National Forest dominates this Idaho landscape, where the peaks and drainages of the Bitterroot Mountains are meticulously documented. The terrain is defined by its deep drainages, including Orogrande Creek and French Creek, which flow through a series of named gulches such as Business Gulch, Fidelity Gulch, and China Gulch. These names often hint at the prospecting and resource extraction history of the region. Higher elevations are marked by distinctive landmarks like French Mountain and open clearings such as Oxford Meadows and Arnett Meadows. While the area is largely wilderness, the presence of the French Mountain Road provides the primary access through this complex network of ridges and watercourses. This survey offers a precise look at the hydrography of the North Fork Clearwater watershed, including the headwaters of Washington Creek and Silver Creek.