2017 Map of Mussigbrod Lake

About this map

The high peaks of the Anaconda Range define the boundary between the Bitterroot National Forest and Beaverhead National Forest in this 2017 survey. This region of the Big Hole Valley area is characterized by a series of high-altitude alpine lakes and drainage systems, with Mussigbrod Lake serving as a primary point of interest. Access to the interior is limited to few primitive routes such as Mussigbrod Lake Rd and Howell Creek Rd, highlighting the wilderness character of the terrain. The map details a sophisticated network of waterways including Plimpton Cr and Thompson Cr, which feed through glacial features like Clam Valley. Numerous smaller water bodies like Mystic Lake, Crystal Lake, and Continental Lake are tucked among the ridges, providing a clear picture of the hydrological patterns of the Continental Divide's eastern slopes.