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2020 Map of Pink Mountain

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Pink Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The high ridges of the Purcell Mountains define this section of the Kootenai National Forest, where steep drainages and mountain peaks dominate the landscape. Named summits like Pink Mtn and Big Creek Baldy Mtn provide the primary vertical landmarks, while the Pipe Divide serves as a geographic spine through the center of the quadrangle. The map documents a complex system of drainage basins, including Zulu Creek, Smoot Cr, and Bearfite Cr, which carve out the deep valleys below the timberline.

Modern land use is heavily focused on recreation and forestry management, evidenced by an extensive network of specialized routes. Numerous winter-specific paths, such as the Big Creek Baldy Snowmobile Loop and Bruin Creek Snowmobile Spur, indicate the seasonal utility of this terrain. Pockets of water like Horse Lakes are tucked between the ridges, while established routes such as Zulu Cr Rd and various Forest Development Roads provide access to this high-country environment.