1989 Map of Iris Point

About this map

Clark Fork and Rock Creek converge in this western Montana landscape, dominated by the dense drainage networks of the Lolo National Forest. The 1980s terrain is characterized by steep ridges and narrow gulches, such as Rickard Gulch and Fiddler Gulch, that feed into the primary river systems. Human activity is concentrated along the river corridors, where transportation routes and federal land management infrastructure are established. The map highlights the Welcome Creek Wilderness to the south, a protected area bounded by Solomon Ridge and Solomon Mountain. Evidence of regional aviation and forest management is visible through features like the Elliott Airstrip and the Bonita FS Station, while a Borrow Pit and Gravel Pit near the highway indicate the ongoing maintenance of this mountain corridor.