2017 Map of Swan Lake

About this map

Swan Lake serves as the focal point for this 2017 survey of the Lake and Flathead County border, where the mountains of the Swan Range meet the riparian lowlands. The southern end of the lake transitions into the Swan River National Wildlife Refuge, a complex of wetlands fed by the Swan River and Spring Cr. High-elevation landmarks such as Hall Peak, Con Kelley Mtn, and Sixmile Mtn define the surrounding Flathead National Forest, providing a clear view of the drainage patterns for Bond Cr and Johnson Cr. The map details a network of forest access routes, including Porcupine Creek Rd and the Bond Creek Trl, which provide historical context for the area's land management and recreational development. These trails and roads trace the steep topography between the valley floor and the high peaks of the northern Rockies.