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2017 Map of Quartz Mountain

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Quartz Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Kaniksu National Forest defines the geography of this 2017 survey, where a complex network of forest development roads and trails provides access to the high peaks of Bonner County. The landscape is shaped by the drainage of the Priest River and its various tributaries, including the Lower W Br Priest River and Kavanaugh Cr. Near the western edge of the quadrangle, the small settlements of Four Corners and Snow Valley sit along the valley floor, connected by Bear Paw Rd and other local routes.

Upland terrain is marked by significant landmarks like Quartz Mountain and Pewee Peak, with notable viewpoints such as Quartz View overlooking the drainages. Historically significant features include the Torrelle Falls and the John Wayne Loop, indicating the area's continued use for timber management and backcountry recreation. The presence of numerous named creeks like Moores Cr and Cottonwood Cr highlights the hydrologic importance of this drainage basin within the northern Idaho Panhandle.