2024 Map of Saint Mary Peak

About this map

Saint Mary Peak serves as the focal point of this mountainous region, standing at the edge of the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness and the Bitterroot National Forest. The landscape is defined by the high ridges of the Bitterroot Mountains and deeply incised drainages including Kootenai Creek, Bass Creek, and Sweeney Creek. The presence of Bass School Rd and Saint Marys Peak Rd along the eastern margin indicates the transition from the steep wilderness slopes to the more settled foothills of the Bitterroot Valley. This topographical study maps a complex network of forest access points like the Larry Creek Loop and Sweeney Creek Trl, which provide entry into the high-altitude terrain near Lappi Lake. The various trail systems, including the St Mary Peak Trl, illustrate the managed balance between public recreation and the preservation of this protected mountain environment.