1997 Map of Loon Lake

About this map

Happys Inn serves as a focal point in this 1990s survey of the northwestern Montana lake country, situated where the Fisher River valley meets a chain of significant glacial water bodies. The landscape is dominated by the Kootenai National Forest, which encompasses a diverse network of basins including Loon Lake, Crystal Lake, and Upper Thompson Lake. This era shows a transition between the wilder mountain terrain and localized industrial activity, evidenced by the presence of a Mine and several Gravel Pits along the valley floor. The map details the intricate hydrology of the region, from the winding Pleasant Valley Creek to smaller secluded waters like Lilypad Lake and Leon Lake. Higher elevations reveal named clearings like Elk Park, while the southern portion of the sheet marks the transition between Lincoln and Sanders counties near the headwaters of Davis Creek.