2017 Map of Kofford Ridge

About this map

Niarada sits at the southern edge of this mountain landscape, marking a transition point between the higher elevations and the drainage basins of the Salish Mountains. The map reveals a complex network of forest access and mining-related infrastructure, most notably the Flathead Mine Rd which winds through the central terrain towards the Hog Heaven Range. This area within the Flathead National Forest is defined by its ridge-and-valley topography, with Kofford Ridge dominating the western portion and Browns Meadow Pass providing a critical crossing point near Browns Meadow. Watercourses like Little Meadow Cr and Sullivan Cr carve out the drainages that likely dictated early travel routes. The presence of Battle Butte Rd and Cromwell Creek RD further illustrates the established road network serving the timber and mineral interests of Flathead County.