1964 Map of Lynch Lake

About this map

Pleasant Valley defines the topography of this corner of the Kootenai National Forest, where the transition from timbered slopes to valley bottom dictates the pattern of human settlement. The presence of the Pleasant Valley Sch near the Fisher River highlights the rural infrastructure necessary for this isolated community during the mid-20th century. While the landscape is dominated by water features like Island Lake and Lynch Lake, evidence of local industry appears at the Gravel Pit near the river bend. The map records the precise boundary between Lincoln and Flathead counties as it traverses the high ridges, providing a clear view of the drainage patterns for Island Creek and Coniff Creek as they feed into the larger valley system.