2017 Map of Smeads Bench

About this map

Cabinet Gorge Reservoir dominates the southern landscape of this Sanders County region, where the Clark Fork river was harnessed for hydroelectric power. The map detail reflects a wilderness character defined by the steep elevation of the Cabinet Mountains and Berray Mountain, with the Kaniksu National Forest boundary encompassing much of the territory. Transportation through this mountain pass relies on the Bull River Rd corridor, which follows the path of the Bull River northward. Local landforms like Smeads Bench and Pilik Ridge provide landmarks for those navigating the numerous gulches, including Napoleon Gulch and Thirteen Gulch, that drain into the reservoir and river systems below. Notable geological features such as Chimney Rock stand out amidst the complex topography of the Sanders County backcountry.