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1964 Map of Stanton Lake

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Stanton Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

Glacier National Park and Flathead National Forest meet along the dramatic corridor of the Middle Fork Flathead River in this mid-1960s topographic record. The landscape is defined by the sharp transition from the river valley to high peaks like Threesuns Mountain and Double Mountain. Running parallel to the river, the Great Northern railroad line traverses John F Stevens Canyon, highlighting the critical transportation artery that carved through this mountain pass.

Evidence of early forest management and backcountry access is visible through the network of specialized paths, including the Threetops Trail (Pack), the Boundary Trail, and the Coal Creek Fire Trail. Landmarks such as the Garry Lookout Tower overlook the confluence of Crystal Creek and the river, while Stanton Lake sits tucked into the southwestern slopes, providing a detailed look at the hydrology and land use of the era.