2013 Map of White Sand Lake

About this map

The Idaho-Montana border divides the high alpine wilderness of the Bitterroot National Forest and Clearwater National Forest in this 2013 survey. The landscape is defined by its dramatic hydrology, featuring a dense network of glacial basins and high-altitude water bodies including White Sand Lake, Maud Lake, and the expansive Big Creek Lakes. This area remains largely primitive, with movement dictated by geographic bottlenecks like Packbox Pass and Bear Creek Pass. Historical nomenclature is preserved in labels like Colt Killed Cr and Dan Ridge, reflecting the early exploration and naming of these high divides. The map provides a detailed view of the Idaho County and Ravalli County line as it follows the crest of the Bitterroot Mountains near Totem Peak, serving as a primary reference for the intricate terrain of the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness area.