2020 Map of Parsnip Mountain

About this map

Kootenai National Forest dominates this section of the Purcell Mountains in Lincoln County, where the topography is defined by high ridgelines and narrow drainages. The landscape is anchored by Parsnip Mountain and Lawrence Mountain to the south, with water flowing through complex creek systems including Middle Fork Parsnip Cr and S Fork Big Cr. Human access to this backcountry terrain is facilitated by a network of forest development roads and specialized winter routes like the Garden Ridge Snowmobile Spur (Snow) and the E Pipe/Big Creek Snowmobile trail. These names reflect the area's ongoing use for timber management and seasonal recreation. The map also highlights significant landmarks such as Pinto Point and Garden Ridge, which serve as natural navigation markers throughout the forest's interior.