2011 Map of Piper-Crow Pass

About this map

Piper-Crow Pass serves as a high-elevation focal point for this wilderness landscape, where complex drainage networks define the terrain. The watershed is organized around the headwaters of several prominent streams, including North Crow Creek, Middle Crow Creek, and South Crow Creek, which flow westward through the high peaks. This 2011 survey reveals a dense concentration of alpine water bodies, from Jim Lake within the Jim Lakes Basin to the clustered Crow Creek Lakes. To the south, Terrace Falls marks a significant drop in elevation above Terrace Lake. The presence of Swartz Lake and Lost Creek illustrates the intricate glacial topography common to the high elevations of Missoula County. The lack of road infrastructure throughout this area highlights its character as a remote mountain sanctuary, where traditional passage and natural features remain the primary landmarks.