2017 Map of Piquett Creek

About this map

The Bitterroot National Forest dominates this section of Ravalli County, where the West Fork Bitterroot River flows through a landscape defined by sharp drainage basins and high mountain passes. The presence of the West Fork Lodge Airport near the northern boundary indicates the localized access point for this backcountry region. Topographical landmarks like Buck Creek Saddle and Rombo Mtn serve as significant orientation points for those navigating the high country south of the Piquett Creek drainage. A network of Forest Service routes, including Steep Creek Rd and Beavertail Creek Rd, provides access into the deep valleys carved by Applebury Cr and Buck Cr. This 2017 survey reflects the modern management of these timber and recreational lands, preserving the names of the numerous small tributaries such as Rombo Cr and Wiles Cr that feed into the larger river system.