2017 Map of Jackknife Mountain

About this map

Colville National Forest dominates this section of Ferry County, where the topography is defined by high peaks and deeply cut drainages. The namesake Jackknife Mountain stands in the northeast, while the prominent Twin Sisters and Alligator Ridge overlook a complex network of seasonal and perennial waterways. A significant forest road system, including N Deadman Creek Rd and High Bridge Rd, provides access to these interior reaches. The drainage patterns are intricate, with N Fork Deadman Cr and S Fork Boulder Cr flowing through steep-walled features like Merkel Canyon and Hoodoo Canyon. These corridors have historically served as the primary routes for both transit and resource management in the region. In the south, Emerald Lake and Graves Mtn mark the transition toward lower elevations, illustrating the varied alpine environment of the northern Kettle River Range.