2024 Map of Plains

About this map

The town of Plains sits at a strategic bend in the Clark Fork river, serving as a valley hub between the Coeur d Alene Mountains and the rising slopes of the Lolo National Forest. The landscape is defined by the braided path of the river and its numerous tributaries, including Swamp Creek and Combest Creek, which drain the surrounding timberlands. Industrial and logistical patterns are evident in the alignment of the BNSF Railway, which parallels the river through the town center, and the nearby Plains Airport. This 2024 survey captures the interface between the valley's established townsite and the sprawling forest boundaries that extend toward Combest Peak. Local history and genealogy interests are anchored by the Plains Cem and a network of rural roads such as River Rd W and Diehl Ranch Rd that trace the historical ranching and logging access routes of Sanders County.