2017 Map of Yaak

About this map

Yaak serves as the central point of this 2017 survey, located where the Yaak River meets the S Fork Yaak River. The landscape is dominated by the heavily timbered terrain of the Kootenai National Forest, with significant topographical features such as Roderick Butte and Hensley Hill rising above the river valleys. The hydrography of the region is defined by numerous drainage systems, including Hensley Cr, Lang Cr, and Vinal Cr, which feed into the main river system. Higher elevations reveal the peaks of the Purcell Mountains and secluded alpine waters like Vinal Lake and Obermayer Lake. Transportation through this isolated corner of Montana follows established corridors like Yaak River Rd and Pipe Creek Rd, while the Fowler Snowmobile route suggests the seasonal recreational use of the surrounding forest lands.