2024 Map of Smith Falls

About this map

Kaniksu National Forest dominates the high-elevation terrain of this Boundary County landscape, where steep ridges rise sharply above the Kootenai River valley. The map reveals a transition from the heavy timber of Italian Peak and Eneas Peak to the agricultural and transportation corridor of the Purcell Trench. Along the valley floor, human activity is concentrated near the river, marked by Eckhart International Airport and local thoroughfares like Boundary Creek Rd and Tavern Farm Rd. The area is characterized by a significant network of recreational infrastructure, including the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trl and the Long Canyon Creek National Recreation Trl. Water features such as Smith Falls and numerous drainages like Parker Creek underscore the area's importance for watershed management and wilderness access near the international border.