1966 Map of Lake Gillette

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Little Pend Oreille River flows through a series of mountain lakes in this 1966 survey, revised in the early 1980s. The landscape is defined by the intersection of the Colville National Forest and Kaniksu National Forest, creating a heavily protected corridor for wildlife and timber. Settlement is sparse, represented by the small community of Hosmer and the high-elevation Scrabblers Flat near Scrabbler Mtn. The hydrology of the region is the central focus, with Lake Thomas, Lake Gillette, and Lake Sherry forming a prominent chain of water bodies in the northern section. Smaller basins like Coffin Lake and Black Lake sit tucked away in the higher terrain, while numerous tributaries such as Flodette Creek and South Fork Mill Creek drain the surrounding ridges. Small-scale industry is evident through a Gravel Pit near the river, suggesting the local maintenance of the forest road network.