2020 Map of Johnson Peak

About this map

Flathead National Forest encompasses this high-elevation terrain within the Salish Mountains, where a complex network of forest development roads provides access to the backcountry. The landscape is defined by prominent peaks and ridges, including Johnson Peak and Swanney Ridge, separated by deep drainages such as Sanko Creek and Good Creek. The presence of Trixie Pass and Shorts Meadow suggests historical travel corridors and natural clearings within the timber. Settlement is concentrated at Star Meadow in the southern portion of the quadrangle, where Star Creek and Sheppard Creek converge. The intricate mapping of drainage systems like Sinclair Creek and Swanson Creek reveals the hydrological pattern of this mountainous region, illustrating the primary watersheds that feed the local river systems.