1988 Map of Gold Creek Peak

About this map

The Flathead Indian Reservation boundary cuts through this mountainous terrain, marking a distinct line between tribal lands and the Lolo National Forest. This 1988 revision, based on Bureau of Indian Affairs data, highlights a Tribal Primitive Area in the northwest, emphasizing a landscape managed for its natural state. The topography is dominated by significant elevations such as Gold Creek Peak and Black Mountain, with a network of drainages including Gold Creek and its West Fork. A network of Jeep Trails provides the primary access through the steep ridges, notably along Game Ridge and near Boles Point. The map serves as a record of land management and natural resource boundaries, capturing the intersection of indigenous territory and federal forest lands before modern digital mapping.