2017 Map of Heron

About this map

The settlement of Heron sits along the southern banks of the Cabinet Gorge Reservoir, a major impoundment of the Clark Fork in western Montana. This 2017 study illustrates the intersection of modern infrastructure and the steep topography of the Cabinet Mountains and Kaniksu National Forest. Local history is anchored by the Heron Cem near the rail corridor of Railroad Ave, while the surrounding landscape is defined by named drainages and peaks like Star Peak and Fatman Mtn. The map reveals a network of rural access roads, such as Elk Creek Rd and Lower River Rd, that navigate the complex gulches and ridges, including Pilik Ridge and Napoleon Gulch. These details provide a clear view of the mountain-and-valley economy, showing how residential pockets like S Sanctuary Loop have developed within the timbered draws and river terraces.