2017 Map of Olney

About this map

Olney sits at the heart of this high-country landscape, positioned along the Stillwater River between Upper Stillwater Lake and Lower Stillwater Lake. The settlement serves as a focal point for the surrounding Flathead National Forest, where a network of access roads like Lupper Rd and Martin Creek Rd reach into the timbered slopes. The geography is characterized by an unusual density of named alpine meadows, which likely served as early navigational landmarks or grazing areas. These include Ritsenburg Meadow, Skunk Meadow, Purple Meadow, and Bootjack Meadow. High-elevation water features like Dog Lake and Martin Lakes are tucked beneath peaks such as Dog Mtn, while the drainage of Swift Cr and Antice Cr defines the northern reaches. This 2017 survey details the established forest management infrastructure and modern transportation corridors through this part of Flathead County.