2020 Map of Morrell Lake

About this map

Lolo National Forest and Flathead National Forest meet at a rugged drainage divide in this high-altitude landscape of western Montana. The terrain is defined by a series of prominent peaks and basins, including Grizzly Basin and Matt Mtn. Water flows through the heart of the area via Morrell Creek, which feeds into the notable Morrell Falls before reaching Morrell Lake. This map captures the intricate hydrology of the region, from the headwaters of the East Fork Clearwater River in the northwest to the secluded waters of Florence Lake and George Lake. Evidence of access for management and recreation is visible via the Rice Ridge Road and Morrell-Clearwater Road, providing a modern view of this remote wilderness corridor where the borders of Missoula and Powell counties converge.