2024 Map of Shaw Creek

About this map

The Bob Marshall Wilderness and Flathead National Forest dominate this landscape, defined by the high ridges of the Swan Range and a network of high-elevation water bodies. The terrain is bisected by the county line between Missoula and Powell counties, tracing a path through a landscape where water and foot travel are the primary means of navigation. Notable alpine water features including Big Knife Lakes, Koessler Lake, and Doctor Lake are connected by a system of primitive routes such as the Koessler Lake Trl and the Holland-Gordon Trl. Topographical landmarks like Lena Peak, Shaw Mtn, and Trio Mtn provide significant vertical relief, while Shirttail Park offers a break in the steep drainages of Gordon Creek and George Creek.