2014 Map of Morrell Mountain

About this map

Morrell Mtn and Monture Mtn anchor the high-elevation divide where the Flathead National Forest meets the Lolo National Forest. The landscape is defined by a dense network of mountain drainages, including Dunham Cr, Cottonwood Cr, and Black Canyon Cr, which flow through the timbered slopes of Missoula and Powell Counties. The southern portion of the map reveals the transition from steep peaks to the accessible waters of Cottonwood Lakes, served by the primitive corridor of Cottonwood Lakes Rd. Forest service routes like Spring Creek Rd and Wordworth-Seeley Lake Rd weave through the lower elevations, marking the modern intersections of recreation and forest management. This 2014 survey documents the persistence of these protected Montana woodlands and the topographical landmarks that guide travel through Youngs Pass and past Nome Point.