2017 Map of Upper Priest Lake

About this map

Upper Priest River flows through the heart of the Kaniksu National Forest, feeding into the northern reaches of Upper Priest Lake. This remote landscape within the Selkirk Mountains is defined by its deep drainages and high ridges, where the Pacific NW National Scenic Trail winds along the eastern shore. The map details a network of drainage basins including Hughes Fork and Boulder Creek, alongside localized flats like Hughes Meadows and Armstrong Meadows. Notable elevations such as Plowboy Mountain and Gold Peak dominate the skyline, while specialized forest routes like Quartz Crystals Rd and the Jackson Creek Rd provide the primary access into these timberlands. The survey highlights the transition from the riparian environment of Togo Gulch to the high alpine terrain of Boulder Mtn.