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2011 Map of Nyack

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Nyack
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Middle Fork Flathead River carves a deep valley through this corner of the Rocky Mountains, serving as the central artery for transportation and settlement in the early twenty-first century. The small community of Nyack is positioned along the river corridor, accompanied by the Red Eagle settlement to the southeast. These pockets of human activity are dwarfed by the massive peaks that define the area, including Loneman Mountain and Nyack Mountain, which rise sharply from the valley floor.

Water dictates the geography of the region, with numerous high-altitude tributaries like Skiumah Creek, Cascade Creek, and Moccasin Creek feeding into the main river channel. Access to the interior is limited, though Moccasin Boat Landing provides a point of entry to the river. Further south, Highline Loop Rd skirts the mountainous terrain near Great Bear Mountain, highlighting the intersection of modern infrastructure and the formidable peaks of the northern range.