1994 Map of White Sand Lake

About this map

The high alpine crest of the Idaho Montana border dominates this survey, where the Bitterroot National Forest meets the Clearwater National Forest. This remote landscape is defined by the protected expanse of the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness, a region of steep drainages and isolated glacial lakes. Notable water bodies such as White Sand Lake, Dan Lake, and Maud Lake sit in high basins carved by ancient ice, feeding a network of streams including Colt Killed Creek and Heather Creek. The map documents the high-altitude crossings at Packbox Pass and Bear Creek Pass, which have historically served as critical transit points through the Bitterroot Range. This edition reflects mid-1990s conditions, showing the established trail networks like the Packbox Creek Trail and the complex administrative boundaries of the Stevensville Powell ranger districts that manage this roadless backcountry.