1965 Map of Seeley Lake West

About this map

Seeley Lake Game Preserve and the Clearwater State Forest define this mid-1960s landscape, illustrating a region dedicated to conservation and public recreation. The map showcases the intricate hydrology of the area, where the Clearwater River connects Seeley Lake and Placid Lake, fed by numerous named drainages like Slippery John Creek and Beaver Creek. Human activity is concentrated along the shorelines, marked by facilities such as the Seeley Lake Ranger Station, Camp Paxson, and several organized campgrounds. High-ground points of interest include the Double Arrow Lookout, which overlooks the vast timberlands of the Lolo National Forest. The presence of the Placid Lake Sch near the southern lakeshore provides a specific point of interest for local history researchers and genealogists tracing family ties to this corner of Missoula County.