2011 Map of Sylvanite

About this map

Sylvanite anchors the western edge of this landscape where the Yaak River flows through the steep Kootenai National Forest terrain. This survey illustrates a complex network of forest access routes and drainage systems, essential for understanding the historical development of the region's logging and mining activities. Significant peaks including Independence Mountain, Skookum Mountain, and Roderick Mountain define the high country, separated by narrow drainages like Seventeenmile Creek and Vivian Creek. The mapping reveals a rugged interior where landmarks such as Crum Gulch and Grush Gulch sit alongside named summits like Dooley Mountain and Pleasant View Mountain. Genealogists and local historians can trace the paths of old forest service roads, including Seventeen Mile Creek Rd, which provide context for the remote settlements and family-named features of northwestern Montana.