2011 Map of Saint Mary Peak

About this map

Saint Mary Peak anchors the southwest corner of this Bitterroot landscape, overseeing a complex network of high-altitude drainages and canyons. The geography is defined by parallel eastward-flowing waters, including Sweeney Creek, Bass Creek, and Kootenai Creek, which have carved deep paths toward the valley floor. Near the base of these mountains, the modern 21st-century road and trail network reflects a transition from wilderness to recreation and residential pockets. High-elevation features like Lappi Lake and the dramatic relief of Million Gulch stand in contrast to the developed amenities at the Charles Waters Memorial Campground and Larry Creek Campground. The presence of the Larry Creek Loop and roads such as N Kootenai Creek Rd and S Kootenai Creek Rd illustrates the area's accessibility for outdoor enthusiasts and local residents during this period.