1964 Map of Pleasant Valley Mountain

About this map

Flathead National Forest covers the majority of this northwestern Montana landscape, characterized by a dense network of watercourses and seasonal routes in the mid-1960s. The terrain is defined by the high elevations of Pleasant Valley Mountain and the strategic passage at Haskill Pass. Recreation and conservation are central to the area's identity, evidenced by a State Park and Campground situated along the northern shores of Little Bitterroot Lake. At the eastern edge, the waters of Ashley Lake dominate the valley floor, fed by drainages such as Fish Creek and Cottonwood Creek. The human footprint is sparse, consisting primarily of a Gravel Pit and a web of Pack Trails and Jeep Trails that provide access through the timbered slopes. This survey captures a moment before modern development, where land use was focused on natural resources and early alpine access.