2017 Map of Lake Mountain

About this map

The North Fork Blackfoot River carves through this high-altitude landscape where the Lolo National Forest meets the Helena National Forest. Centered on the prominence of Lake Mountain, the terrain is defined by steep elevation changes and significant landmarks such as Big Slide and Mineral Hill. The drainage network is complex, featuring the Dry Fork North Fork Blackfoot River and numerous tributaries like Madison Cr and Jakey Cr. This area, situated along the border of Lewis and Clark and Powell counties, remains a primitive wilderness environment. Notable natural features include the North Fork Falls and the relatively level Sourdough Flats, providing a stark contrast to the surrounding peaks. The map serves as a detailed record of this protected backcountry before modern shifts in forest management, documenting the primitive access points at Windy Pass and the remote reaches of Falls Point.