2017 Map of String Creek

About this map

Flathead National Forest defines the entirety of this interior wilderness landscape, a high-elevation region dominated by significant peaks and a dense network of mountain drainages. The topography is defined by prominent summits such as Bruce Mtn and Cinabar Mtn in the north, while Chipmunk Peak and Tranquil Mtn overlook the central valleys. Access into this area of Flathead County is limited to a few specific corridors, most notably Natl Forest Develop Road 549 Rd and Natl Forest Develop Road 2820 RD. The hydrological pattern is intricate, with String Cr and Bunker Cr acting as primary arteries fed by numerous smaller tributaries like Inspiration Cr and Gorge Cr. This 2017 survey serves as a detailed record of the forest's primitive road systems and drainage basins, reflecting the persistent isolation of these Montana highlands.