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2011 Map of Iris Point

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Iris Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Clark Fork river and the canyon of Rock Creek dominate this landscape southeast of Missoula in the early 21st century. The map centers on the small community of Iris and the nearby Rock Creek Lodge, a long-standing gateway for anglers and travelers. Infrastructure including Old US Hwy 10 and the Elliot Airstrip follow the valley floor, while numerous gulches such as Moe Gulch and Rickard Gulch cut into the surrounding highlands.

Recreational and ranching life is evident through the presence of the Elkhorn Guest Ranch and Finlen Ranch. Public access points like the Valley of the Moon Sportsmans Access and Solomon Sportsmans Access highlight the area's importance for river recreation. Rising above the river corridors, landmarks like Babcock Mountain and Solomon Ridge define the steep topography of the Lolo and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest regions.