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1981 Map of Missoula West

Name: 1981 Topographic Map of Missoula West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

Missoula serves as the gateway to this expansive mountain landscape, where the Bitterroot River and Lolo Creek carve through the valley floor. The 1981 survey illustrates the complex intersection of federal lands, including the Lolo National Forest and the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. Toward the western edge, the remote headwaters of the Middle Fork Clearwater Wild and Scenic River and the Lochsa River define the Idaho border country.

Transport and utility corridors are clearly marked, showing the path of Burlington Northern rail lines and significant mountain passes like Williams Pass. High-altitude vantage points such as Saint Mary Peak Lookout and Blue Mtn Lookout overlook a region defined by its peaks and small valley settlements like Stevensville, Florence, and Carlton. The presence of the Schreckengust Landing Strip and Lolo Hot Springs highlights the diverse use of the terrain, from backcountry recreation to regional infrastructure.