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1966 Map of Polebridge

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Polebridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

The North Fork Flathead River carves a central valley between the high reaches of Glacier National Park and the Flathead National Forest in this 1960s survey. This corridor serves as a vital transition zone, where the expansive meadows of Big Prairie meet the river's winding course. The settlement at Polebridge stands as a primary hub for the area, supported by the Polebridge Ranger Station and the North Fork Community Center.

Remote accessibility is defined by the Glacier Route Seven and several airstrips, including the Polebridge Airport and the Bowman Landing Strip. Local livestock and wilderness operations are evidenced by the Quarter Circle MC Ranch, while recreational use is marked by the Mud Creek Campground and Bowman Creek Campground. The map details a complex network of waterways, from the glacial waters of Akokala Creek to the smaller drainages of Red Meadow Creek and Whale Creek.