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River
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County
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Reach
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Length (miles)
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Year Listed/ Updated
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Potential Classification
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ORVs
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Description
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Other States
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Badger Creek, North
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Pondera
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Confluence with Pool Creek (Sec.
7, T.28 N., R.12 W.) to Falls (Sec. 25, T.29 N., R.12 W.)
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7
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1993
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S
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F
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Provides exceptionally high quality
habitat for one of largest populations of pure strain westslope
cutthroat trout east of Continental Divide.
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|
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Basin Creek
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Flathead
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Crossing of Forest Service Trail
177 over stream (west border of Sec. 13, T.25 N., R.12 W.)
to east border of Sec. 4, T.25 N., R.11 W.
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5
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1993
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W
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S
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Drainage is a series of beaver ponds
and willow bottoms. Fed by cascading streams.
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Beaver Creek
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Lewis and Clark
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Boundary of private land by town
of Nelson in Sec. 12, T.12 N., R.2 W., MPM to confluence of
Missouri River Sec. 19, T.12 N., R.2 W., MPM
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4
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1993
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R
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F
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Only spawning tributary for the "Blue
Ribbon" stretch of the Missouri River between Hauser Dam and
Holter Reservoir.
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Big Creek
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Lincoln
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Junction of North Fork and Big Creek
upstream for 6 miles
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6
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1993
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W
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S, R
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See initial comments
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Big Creek
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Lincoln
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Junction of Copeland Creek and South
Fork of Big Creek upstream for 2 miles
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2
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1993
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W
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S, R
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See initial comments
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|
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Big Creek
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Lincoln
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Junction of Good Creek and Big Creek
upstream for 4 miles
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4
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1993
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W
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S, R
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See initial comments
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Big Creek
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Lincoln
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Junction of Little North Fork and
Big Creek upstream for 2 miles
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2
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1993
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W
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S, R
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See initial comments
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Big Creek
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Lincoln
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Junction of North Fork and South
Fork of Big Creek upstream to Drop Creek
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6
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1993
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R
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S, R
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See initial comments
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|
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Big Creek
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Lincoln
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Big Creek bridge adjacent to Lake
Koocanusa upstream to junction of North Fork and South Fork
of Big Creek
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6
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1993
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R
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S, R
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Accessible, but still a relatively
undisturbed river environment. Fishing, dispersed camping,
and picnicking opportunities.
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|
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Big Creek
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Flathead
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SW 1/4 of Sec. 12, T.32 N., R.22
W. to its confluence with North Fork of Flathead River (SW
1/4 of Sec. 22, T.33 N., R.20 W.)
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12
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1993
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R
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F
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Contains essential spawning habitat
for bull trout, "species of special concern."
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|
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Big Creek
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Lincoln
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Junction of Lookout Creek and South
Fork of Big Creek upstream for 6 miles including portion of
East Fork of Lookout Creek
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6
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1993
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W
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S, R
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See initial comments
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Big Salmon Creek
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Missoula, Powell
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Confluence with Pendant Creek (SW
1/4 of Sec. 10, T.20 N., R.15 W.) to inlet of Big Salmon Lake
(SE 1/4 of Sec. 8, T.21 N., R.14 W.)
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9
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1993
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W
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S
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Scenic creek bottom and good views
of Charlotte Peak and Big Salmon Lake in Segment 1. Three
major waterfall sections in Segment 2.
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|
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Big Salmon Creek
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Missoula, Powell
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Outlet of Big Salmon Lake (SW 1/4
of Sec. 35, T.22 N., R.14 W.) to the South Fork of the Flathead
River (SW 1/4 of Sec. 26, T.22 N., R.14 W.)
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1
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1993
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W
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S
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See initial comments
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|
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Birch Creek, North Fork
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Pondera
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Headwaters at Sec. 34, T.18 N., R.11
W. to Forest boundary and Swift Reservoir (Sec. 28, T.28 N.,
R.10 W.)
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7
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1993
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W
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S, G
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Interesting rock formations and diverse
vegetation. Series of waterfalls, rapids, and pools are accentuated
by spectacular views of rugged mountains in horizon.
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|
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Bitterroot River, West Fork
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Ravalli
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Confluence of Nez Perce to South
boundary of N 1/2 of Sec. 26, T.1 S., R.22 W. MPM near Painted
Rocks Dam
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7
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1993
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R
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G
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Outstanding trait in cliffs and colored
rocks for which Painted Rocks Reservoir is named. Popular
for floating enthusiasts, fishing, and camping.
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|
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Black Canyon Creek
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Big Horn
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Entire segment within the Bighorn
Canyon National Recreation Area
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1
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1993
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W
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G, F, W
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Towering limestone cliffs, abundant
forest, and vegetation. A variety of large mammals including
black bear, and a variety of fish including trout.
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|
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Blackfoot River, North Fork
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Powell
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Upstream from Wilderness boundary
to Bob Marshall
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24
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1993
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W
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R, F
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North Fork Blackfoot Trail parallels
river. Recreational opportunities such as white water boating,
fishing, camping, hiking, and viewing scenery.
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Blodgett Creek
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Ravalli
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Western edge of Blodgett Campground
through campground to Bitterroot National Forest boundary
in SE of Sec. 17, T.6 N., R.21 W.
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0
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1993
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R
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S, G
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See initial comments
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Blodgett Creek
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Ravalli
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Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness boundary
(SW 1/4 of Sec. 17, T.6 N., R.22 W.) to western edge of Blodgett
Campground in SE 1/4 of Sec. 17, T.6 N., R.21 W.
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8
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1993
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W
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S, G
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See initial comments
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|
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Blodgett Creek
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Ravalli
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Below dam at outlet of Blodgett Lake
(NE 1/4 of Sec. 27, T.6 N., R.23 W.) to Selway-Bitterroot
Wilderness boundary in SW 1/4 of Sec. 17, T.6 N., R.22 W.
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6
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1993
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W
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S, G
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Rushing white water, deep pools,
and small meadows in very picturesque canyon with cliffs,
rock outcrops and natural rock arch. Canyon is excellent example
of alpine glaciated "U" shaped valley.
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|
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Boulder River
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Sweet Grass, Park
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Forest boundary (Sec. 26, T.3 S.,
R.12 E.) to point where Blackley Creek flows into Boulder
River near Aspen campground (Sec. 26, T.4 S., R.12 E.)
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7
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1993
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R
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S, R, G, F
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Courses through Absaroka Mt. Range.
Site of Natural Bridge (recently collapsed), an outstanding
geologic feature. Well known sports fishery.
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|
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Boulder River
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Sweet Grass, Park
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Blakley Creek to Miller Creek (Sec.
13, T.4 S., R.12 E.)
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4
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1993
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S
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S, R, G, F
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See initial comments
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|
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Boulder River
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Sweet Grass, Park
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Miller Creek to Bramble Creek (Sec.
26, T.5 S., R.12 E.)
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3
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1993
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R
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S, R, G, F
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See initial comments
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|
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Boulder River
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Sweet Grass, Park
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Bramble Creek to the Absaroka-Beartooth
Wilderness boundary near Independence Peak (Sec. 22, T.7 S.,
R.12 E.)
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13
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1993
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S
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S, R, G, F
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See initial comments
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|
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Browns Canyon Creek
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Beaverhead
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SW 1/4 of Sec. 29, T.8 S., R.13 W.
encompasses all upstream waters for a total of 4.3 miles
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4
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1993
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W
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F
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Populations of confirmed, genetically
pure, westslope cutthroat trout.
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|
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Bull River
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Sanders
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Boundary of recommended wilderness
addition near junction of North and Middle Forks downstream
to junction of East Fork of Bull River
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13
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1993
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R
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S
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Scenic driving and sightseeing, camping,
fishing, and picnicking. Canoeing and kayaking in segments
1 and 2. Historic Bull River Guard Station in segment 2.
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|
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Bull River
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Sanders
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Junction of East Fork of Bull River
downstream to Cabinet Gorge Reservoir
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9
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1993
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R
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S
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See initial comments
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|
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Bull River
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Sanders
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Headwaters of both North and Middle
Forks of Bull River downstream to boundary of recommended
wilderness additions near junction of North and Middle Forks
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12
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1993
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W
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S
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See initial comments
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|
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Cache Creek
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Mineral
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Montana Creek to headwater
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9
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1993
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W
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R
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Challenging area for off-trail hiking
and exploring due to geologic ruggedness of upper reaches.
Opportunities for solitude.
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|
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Cache Creek
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Mineral
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Montana Creek to mouth
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2
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1993
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S
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R
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See initial comments
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|
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Canyon Creek
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Beaverhead
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Private land in NW 1/4 of Sec. 15,
T.2 S., R.10 W. to head of Lion Creek drainage in NE 1/4 of
Sec. 21, T.3 S., R.10 W.
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11
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1993
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W, R
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S, R, W
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Cluster of brick charcoal kilns were
constructed and operated in 1880's. Guest lodge and camping
sites. Provides varying scenery from open sagebrush along
canyon bottom to steep, rocky peaks.
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|
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Clack Creek
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Flathead
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SW 1/4 of Sec. 24, T.26 N., R.12
W. to confluence with Middle Fork of Flathead River (NE 1/4
of Sec. 13, T.26 N., R.12 W.)
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2
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1993
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W
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F
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Contains essential spawning habitat
for bull trout.
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|
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Clark Fork River
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Sanders, Mineral, Missoula
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Mouth of Seigel Creek (Sec. 17, T.18
N., R.25 W.) upstream to mouth of Tamarack Creek (Sec. 9,
T.18 N., R.27 W.)
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13
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1993
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S
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R
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Recreational opportunities such as
white water boating, fishing, camping, and hiking.
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|
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Clearwater River
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Missoula
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Inlet of Seeley Lake upstream to
headwaters
|
13
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1993
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R
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R, W, O
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Recreational opportunities such as
white water boating, fishing, camping, and hiking. Wildlife
and natural features.
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|
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Coal Creek
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Flathead
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NE 1/4 of Sec. 23, T.34 N., R.23
W. to it confluence with North Fork of Flathead River (SE
1/4 of Sec. 20, T.34 N., R.20 W.)
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19
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1993
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R
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F
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Spawning habitat for bull trout and
westslope cutthroat trout.
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|
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Coal Creek, South Fork
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Flathead
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NE 1/4 of Sec. 31, T.34 N., R.22
W. to confluence with Coal Creek in NE 1/4 of Sec. 30, T.34
N., R.21 W.
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7
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1993
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R
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F
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Spawning habitat for bull trout.
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|
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Cooper Creek
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Lewis and Clark
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Snowbank Lake in SW 1/4 of Sec. 4,
T.15 N., R.8 W. to NW 1/4 of Sec. 36, T.15 N., R.8 W.
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5
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1993
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R
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F, W
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Provides critical spawning and rearing
habitat for bull trout (fluvial strain) and cutthroat trout.
Riparian zones offer unique habitat for threatened and endangered
grizzly bear.
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|
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Crooked Creek
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Carbon
|
Section line on south side of Sec.
35, T.8 S., R.27 E. (Forest boundary) to headwaters in Sec.
1, T.8 S., R.27 E.
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8
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1993
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W
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S, G, F, C, O
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Flows through deeply incised limestone
canyons in Pryor Mountains. Eastern most location of Douglas
fir in Montana.
|
|
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Cyclone Creek
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Flathead
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Outlet of Cyclone Lake (SW 1/4 of
Sec. 15, T.34 N., R.21 W.) to its confluence with Coal Creek
(SE 1/4 of Sec. 36, T.34 N., R.21 W.)
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5
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1993
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R
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F
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Abundant westslope cutthroat trout
populations.
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|
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Danaher Creek
|
Powell, Lewis, Clark
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Confluence with Limestone Creek (NE
1/4 of Sec. 20, T.18 N., R.11 W.) to where it joins with Youngs
Creek to form South Fork of the Flathead River (NW 1/4 of
Sec. 31, T.20 N., R.12 W.)
|
14
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1993
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W
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S, C
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Scenic Danaher Meadows and valley.
Major Indian route traverses the area. Prehistoric campsites
located in Danaher Basin.
|
|
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Deadman Creek
|
Beaverhead
|
SW 1/4 of Sec. 9, T.17 S., R.10 W.
to Forest boundary at NW 1/4 of Sec. 33, T.15 S., R.10 W.
|
10
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1993
|
W
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R, W, H, C
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Rainbow and cutthroat trout fishing.
Two prehistoric hunting camps with numerous points possibly
eligible for National Historic Registration (outside of the
1/4 mile corridor by about 1/4 mile).
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|
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Dearborn River
|
Lewis and Clark
|
Headwaters at Scapegoat Mt. Sec.
13, T.18 N., R.10 W. to Forest boundary Sec. 6, T.17 N., R.7
W.
|
18
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1993
|
W
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S
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Rugged, bold exposures of folded
and faulted limestone cliffs. Panoramic views from rolling
grassy hills to stark 500-600 cliffs of Scapegoat Mt..
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|
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Elk River
|
Madison
|
Junction with West Fork of Madison
River in SE 1/4 NE 1/4 of Sec. 17, T.12 S., R.1 E. to intersection
of Dirty Creek in NW 1/4 NW 1/4 of Sec. 11, T.12 S., R.1 W.
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5
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1993
|
S
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F
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Most important tributary for fish
recruitment to West Fork of Madison and main Madison River.
Madison River internationally known as "Blue Ribbon" trout
stream.
|
|
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Elk River
|
Madison
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Junction with Dirty Creek in NW 1/4
NW 1/4 of Sec. 11, T.12 S., R.1 W. to interception with Gravelly
Range Road #290 in SW 1/4 SW 1/4 of Sec. 15, T.11 S., R.2
W.
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9
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1993
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W
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F
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See initial comments
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|
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Fish Creek, West Fork
|
Mineral
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Clearwater Crossing to headwaters
|
9
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1993
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W
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G, O
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Rare crystals occur at head of Cedar
Log Creek. Ancient groves of cedar that survived 1910 fire
exist on upper reaches.
|
|
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Gallatin River
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Gallatin
|
Forest boundary (Sec. 19, T.4 S.,
R.4 E.) to confluence of West Fork of Gallatin River (Sec.
32, T.6 S., R.4 E.)
|
19
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1993
|
R
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S, R, F
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One of most significant "Blue Ribbon"
trout fisheries in U.S.. Popular national attraction for its
visual resources and recreational opportunities. White water
rafting and kayaking.
|
|
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Gallatin River
|
Gallatin
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West Fork of Gallatin River to point
where river enters Yellowstone National Park (Sec. 27, T.9
S., R.5 E.)
|
20
|
1993
|
R
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S, R, F
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See initial comments
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|
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Gallitin River
|
Gallatin
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Entire segment within Yellowstone
National Park
|
32
|
1993
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W, S
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S, G, F, W
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See Gallatin River, WY comments.
|
WY
|
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Gardiner River
|
Park
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Entire segment within Yellowstone
National Park
|
31
|
1993
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W, S
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S, R, W
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See Gardiner River, WY comments.
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WY
|
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Gateway Creek
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Flathead
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NW 1/4 of Sec. 31, T.27 N., R.10
W. to confluence with Strawberry Creek (Sec. 9, T.26 N., R.11
W.)
|
4
|
1993
|
W
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S, G
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Gateway Gorge contains 1000 foot
cliffs 1/2 mile on each side. Gateway Meadows is very scenic.
|
|
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Glacier Creek
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Missoula
|
Outlet of Glacier Lake (SW 1/4 of
Sec. 30, T.19 N., R.17 W.) to Mission Mt. Wilderness boundary
(East edge of Sec. 29, T.19 N., R.17 W.)
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2
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1993
|
W
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S
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Glacier slough is a unique resource.
Has cascades that flow down to and through marshy slough.
|
|
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Glacier Creek
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Missoula
|
SW 1/4 of Sec. 21, T.19 N., R.17
W. to outlet of Glacier Slough (NW 1/4 of Sec. 10, T.19 N.,
R.17 W.)
|
3
|
1993
|
S
|
S
|
See initial comments
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|
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Glacier Creek
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Missoula
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Mission Mt. Wilderness boundary to
SW 1/4 of Sec. 21, T.19 N., R.17 W.
|
1
|
1993
|
R
|
S
|
See initial comments
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|
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Granite Creek
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Flathead
|
Confluence of Dodge and Challange
Creeks (SW 1/4 of Sec. 32, T.29 N., R.13 W.) to confluence
with Middle Fork of Flathead River (SW 1/4 of Sec. 35, T.28
N., R.14 W.)
|
8
|
1993
|
W, R
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F
|
Contains essential spawning habitat
for bull trout.
|
|
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Hallowat Creek
|
Flathead
|
NW 1/4 of Sec. 15, T.35 N., R.22
W. to its confluence with Big Creek (SW 1/4 of Sec. 33, T.33
N., R.21 W.)
|
7
|
1993
|
R
|
F
|
Spawning habitat for bull trout.
|
|
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Judith River
|
Fergus
|
Ming Coulee to Anderson Bridge
|
27
|
1993
|
W
|
S, R, G
|
Meandering channel and steep valley
cliffs. Pristine riparian ecosystem. Wildlife diversity.
|
|
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Judith River, Middle Fork
|
Judith Basin
|
Arch Coulee Junction Sec. 32, T.13
N., R.11 E. to Forest boundary Sec. 35, T.13 N., R.11 E.
|
5
|
1993
|
R
|
C
|
Eight recorded historic sites. Eligible
for National Register of Historic Places.
|
|
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Kootenai River
|
Lincoln
|
Tub Gulch downstream past town of
Libby to Quartz Creek
|
10
|
1993
|
R
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S, F, H
|
See initial comments
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|
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Kootenai River
|
Lincoln
|
Mile below K. Vista Estates downstream
past mouth of Yaak River to Montana-Idaho State border
|
8
|
1993
|
R
|
S, F, H
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Kootenai River
|
Lincoln
|
Quartz Creek downstream past Kootenai
Falls to Surprise Gulch
|
8
|
1993
|
R
|
S, F, H
|
See initial comments
|
|
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Kootenai River
|
Lincoln
|
Junction of Fisher River downstream
to Tub Gulch, which is approximately 4 miles upstream from
town of Libby
|
10
|
1993
|
R
|
S, F, H
|
Outstanding trout fishery. Last remaining
undeveloped falls on major river in Northwest. Flows through
wide-bottom canyon, rapids, and falls. Passes David Thompson
Portage Trail.
|
|
|
Kootenai River
|
Lincoln
|
Surprise Gulch downstream past town
of Troy to a mile below K. Vista Estates
|
10
|
1993
|
R
|
S, F, H
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Lake Creek
|
Flathead
|
Outlet of Scott Lake (NW 1/4 of Sec.
30, T.27 N., R.13 W.) to confluence with Middle Fork of Flathead
River (SW 1/4 of Sec. 7, T.27 N., R.13 W.)
|
4
|
1993
|
W
|
G
|
Has a waterfall over thirty feet
high.
|
|
|
Lake Creek, Unnamed Fork
|
Flathead
|
Outlet of Flortilla Lake (SE 1/4
of Sec. 26, T.27 N., R.14 W.) to inlet of Scott Lake (NW 1/4
of Sec. 30, T.27 N., R.13 W.)
|
1
|
1993
|
W
|
G
|
Flortilla Lake formed by mass failure,
which dammed the creek. Oulet of the lake is underground and
surfaces as a big spring 1 mile below the lake.
|
|
|
Langford Creek
|
Flathead
|
Outlet of Mud Lake (NW 1/4 of Sec.
17, T.33 N., R.20 W.) to its confluence with Big Creek (SW
1/4 of Sec. 21, T.33 N., R.20 W.)
|
2
|
1993
|
R
|
F
|
Contains abundant westslope cutthroat
trout population, "species of special concern". Essential
spawning habitat for this species.
|
|
|
Lion Creek
|
Lake
|
SW 1/4 of Sec. 35, T.23 N., R.16
W. to west border of Sec. 18, T.22 N., R.16 W.
|
7
|
1993
|
W
|
S
|
Corridor contains series of 50 foot
cascades through boulder/bedrock areas. Trail goes by head
of falls, through boulder rubble in creek bottom, and below
high cliff bands to Lion Basin
|
|
|
Little Bitterroot River
|
Flathead
|
Little Bitterroot Lake (SW 1/4 of
Sec. 16, T.27 N., R.24 W.) to Hubbard Reservoir (SE 1/4 of
Sec. 31, T.26 N., R.24 W.)
|
12
|
1993
|
S
|
S, G
|
Little Bitterroot Canyon is a very
scenic and geologically unusual feature unique to this area.
|
|
|
Little Blackfoot River
|
Powell
|
NW 1/4 of Sec. 28, T.8 N., R.7 W.
to confluence of Ontario Creek in Sec. 12, T.8 N., R.7 W.,
MPM
|
5
|
1993
|
R
|
F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Little Blackfoot River
|
Powell
|
Trail 329 crossing in Sec. 15, T.7
N., R.7 W. to point 1 mile above Kading Campground in NW 1/4
of Sec. 28, T.8 N., R.7 W.
|
6
|
1993
|
W
|
F
|
Provides high quality habitat for
westslope cutthroat trout. Portions of reach inhabited by
fluvial bull trout populations.
|
|
|
Little Salmon Creek
|
Flathead
|
Confluence with Chasm Creek (SE 1/4
of Sec. 24, T.22 N., R.15 W.) to its confluence with South
Fork of Flathead River (NW 1/4 of Sec. 23, T.22 N., R.14 W.)
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5
|
1993
|
W
|
F
|
Abundant westslope cutthroat trout
populations. Has a high sport fishery value.
|
|
|
Lolo Creek, South Fork
|
Missoula
|
NE 1/4 of Sec. 12, T.11 N., R.22
W. upstream to headwaters
|
12
|
1993
|
W
|
R, G
|
Resident fishery. South Fork Lolo
Creek Trail parallels stream. Recreational opportunities.
|
|
|
Lost Horse Creek
|
Ravalli
|
Lick Creek bridge in SW 1/4 of Sec.
18, T.4 N., R.21 W. to Bear Creek Pass in SW 1/4 of Sec. 5,
T.4 N., R.23 W. and Twin Lakes Dam in SE 1/4 of Sec. 29, T.5
N., R.23 W.
|
15
|
1993
|
S
|
S, R, G
|
Opportunities for hiking, fishing,
hunting, and pleasure driving. Rugged and majestic scenery
of ice-carved Bitterroot Range. Snow avalanche slides are
truly spectacular.
|
|
|
Madison River
|
Gallatin
|
Hebgen Lake Dam (Sec. 23, T.11 S.,
R.3 E.) to Forest boundary downstream from Earthquake Lake
(Sec. 35, T.11 S., R.2 E.)
|
8
|
1993
|
R
|
S, R, F
|
Contains Earthquake Lake, created
by massive earthquake in 1959. Scenic values contribute to
entrance route to Yellowstone National Park. Nationally significant
"Blue Ribbon" fishery.
|
|
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Madison River
|
Gallatin
|
Entire segment within Yellowstone
National Park
|
18
|
1993
|
S
|
S, G, F, W
|
See Madison River, WY comments.
|
WY
|
|
Madison River, West Fork
|
Madison, Beaverhead
|
Intersection with Jackpine Road 1209
in NE 1/4 of Sec. 4, T.12 S., R.1 E. to east end of Shakelford
Homestead in NW 1/4 of Sec. 25, T.1 S., R.1 W. Excludes private
lands
|
4
|
1993
|
S
|
R, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Madison River, West Fork
|
Madison, Beaverhead
|
Intersection with Fossil Creek at
SW 1/4 of Sec. 27, T.12 S., R.2 W. to intersection with Miner
Creek in NW 1/4 of Sec. 30, T.12 S., R.2 W.
|
3
|
1993
|
S
|
R, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Madison River, West Fork
|
Madison, Beaverhead
|
Point 1/4 mile west of Landon Camp
NE 1/4 SE 1/4 of Sec. 31, T.12 S., R.1 W. to intersection
of Fossil Creek SW 1/4 of Sec. 267, T.12 S., R.2 W.
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5
|
1993
|
W
|
R, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Madison River, West Fork
|
Madison, Beaverhead
|
West end of Shakelford Homestead
in SE 1/4 of Sec. 26, T.12 S., R.1 W. to point 1/2 mile below
Landon Camp SW 1/4 SE 1/4 of Sec. 32, T.12 S., R.1 W.
|
3
|
1993
|
W
|
R, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Madison River, West Fork
|
Madison, Beaverhead
|
Junction with main Madison River
in center of Sec. 10, T.11 S., R.1 E. to where Jackpine Road
1209 intersects West Fork Madison Road 209 in NE 1/4 of Sec.
4, T.12 S., R.1 E.
|
4
|
1993
|
S, R
|
R, F
|
Important for fishery recruitment
to Madison River, which is internationally known as "Blue
Ribbon" trout stream. Many recreational opportunities.
|
|
|
Madison River, West Fork
|
Madison, Beaverhead
|
1/2 mile below Landon Camp SW 1/4
SE 1/4 of Sec. 32, T.12 S., R.1 W. to NE 1/4 SE 1/4 of Sec.
31, T.12 S., R.1 W.
|
1
|
1993
|
|
R, F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Mathias Creek
|
Flathead
|
SE 1/4 of Sec. 33, T.34 N., R.22
W. to confluence with South Fork Coal Creek (NW 1/4 of Sec.
34, T.34 N., R.22 W.)
|
1
|
1993
|
R
|
F
|
Spawning habitat for bull trout.
|
|
|
Mill Creek
|
Madison
|
Forest boundary in Sec. 22, T.4 5.,
R.4 W. to Upper Branham Lake in Sec. 5, T.4 S., R.3 W.
|
7
|
1993
|
R
|
S, H
|
Scenic waterfalls, small lakes, and
rugged peaks. Smuggler Mine is cultural resource with potential
historic values, as do several mining-related earthworks in
vicinity.
|
|
|
Missouri River
|
Lewis and Clark
|
Hauser Dam in SW 1/4 of Sec. 29,
T.12 N., R.2 W., MPM, downstream to Cochrans Gulch in Sec.
18, T.12 N., R.2 W., MPM
|
2
|
1993
|
S
|
S, R, G, F, W
|
Provides nationally renowned fishing
for trophy-sized brown trout. Represents Eldorado thrust fault.
Outstanding cliffs and seeps. One of main travel routes for
Lewis and Clark Expedition.
|
|
|
Moose Creek
|
Flathead
|
NE 1/4 of Sec. 5, T.35 N., R.22 W.
to its confluence with North Fork of Flathead River (SW 1/4
of Sec. 32, T.36 N., R.21 W.)
|
6
|
1993
|
|
F
|
Abundant westslope cutthroat trout
populations. Essential spawning habitat.
|
|
|
Morrell Creek
|
Mineral
|
Trailhead to headwaters
|
7
|
1993
|
S
|
S, R
|
Spectacular waterfall and hanging
glacier valley above falls. Huge old growth larch, cedar and
spruce line middle reaches.
|
|
|
Morrison Creek
|
Flathead
|
Wilderness boundary (SW 1/4 of Sec.
22, T.28 N., R.13 W.) to Confluence with Middle Fork of Flathead
River (NE 1/4 of Sec. 8, T.27 N., R.13 W.)
|
7
|
1993
|
W
|
F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Morrison Creek
|
Flathead
|
NW 1/4 of Sec. 35, T.29 N., R.13
W. to Wilderness boundary (SW 1/4 of Sec. 22, T.28 N., R.13
W.)
|
5
|
1993
|
R
|
F
|
Contains essential spawning habitat
for bull trout. Has a high sport fishery value.
|
|
|
Quintonkon Creek
|
Flathead
|
NW 1/4 of Sec. 11, T.26 N., R.18
W. to confluence with Sullivan Creek (SE 1/4 of Sec. 11, T.26
N., R.17 W.)
|
8
|
1993
|
R
|
F
|
Contains abundant westslope cutthroat
and bull trout populations. Has a high sport fishery value.
|
|
|
Rattlesnake Creek
|
Missoula
|
Spring Creek tributary upstream to
headwaters
|
18
|
1993
|
S
|
R, C, O
|
Recreational, cultural, and natural
features. Camping and picnicking sites. Resident fishery.
|
|
|
Red Meadow Creek
|
Flathead
|
SW 1/4 of Sec. 27, T.35 N., R.23
W. to its confluence with North Fork of Flathead River (SE
1/4 Sec. 8, T.35 N., R.21 W.)
|
12
|
1993
|
R
|
F
|
Abundant westslope cutthroat and
bull trout populations. Essential spawning habitat.
|
|
|
Rock Creek
|
Granite, Missoula
|
Gillies bridge downstream to Deerlodge/Lolo
Forest boundary
|
7
|
1993
|
R
|
S, R, F, C
|
Tributary of Clark Fork River. Classified
as "Blue Ribbon" trout stream. Has national recognition for
fishing quality and fish production. Remains of Indian, rancher,
homesteader, and mine settlements.
|
|
|
Rock Creek
|
Granite, Missoula
|
Upstream from foot bridge accessing
Welcome Creek Wilderness (Sec. 2, T.9 N., R.17 W.) to Deerlodge/Lolo
Forest boundary
|
18
|
1993
|
S
|
S, R, F, C
|
|
|
|
Rock Creek
|
Carbon
|
Forest boundary on east side of Sec.
19, T.8 S., R.20 E. upstream to headwaters in Sec. 20, T.9
S., R.17 E. Outside of Wilderness
|
13
|
1993
|
R
|
R, G
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Rock Creek
|
Carbon
|
Forest boundary on east side of Sec.
19, T.8 S., R.20 E. upstream to headwaters in Sec. 20, T.9
S., R.17 E. Within Wilderness
|
3
|
1993
|
W
|
R, G
|
Popular cold water trout fishery.
Flows through large "U" shaped glacially scoured valley. High
mountain peaks and plateaus border the valley. Flows through
most popular developed campground complex in Beartooth Ranger
District.
|
|
|
Rock Creek
|
Granite, Missoula
|
Downstream from foot bridge crossing
Welcome Creek Wilderness to mouth of Rock Creek
|
10
|
1993
|
R
|
S, R, F, C
|
|
|
|
Rock Creek, Lake Fork
|
Carbon
|
Confluence with Rock Creek in SW
corner of Sec. 34, T.8 S., R.19 E. to headwaters in Sec. 1,
T.9 S., R.17 E. Within Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness
|
8
|
1993
|
W
|
S, G
|
Drainage is a glacially scoured "U"
shaped valley. Separates two large high elevation plateaus.
Scenic valley with several lakes.
|
|
|
Rock Creek, Lake Fork
|
Carbon
|
Confluence with Rock Creek in SW
corner of Sec. 34, T.8 S., R.19 E. to headwaters in Sec. 1,
T.9 S., R.17 E. Outside Wilderness but in Forest boundary
|
2
|
1993
|
R
|
S, G
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Rock Creek, West Fork
|
Carbon
|
Forest boundary on east side of Sec.
6, T.8 S., R.20 E. upstream to headwaters in Sec. 25, T.8
S., R.17 E. Within Wilderness
|
10
|
1993
|
W
|
S, G
|
In large "U" shaped glaciated valley.
Number of falls on stream and lakes located in drainage.
|
|
|
Rock Creek, West Fork
|
Carbon
|
Forest boundary on east side of Sec.
6, T.8 S., R.20 E. upstream to headwaters in Sec. 25, T.8
S., R.17 E. Between Forest boundary and Wilderness boundary
|
10
|
1993
|
R
|
S, G
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Rosebud Creek, East
|
Carbon, Stillwater
|
Forest boundary at east side of Sec.
1, T.7 S., R.16 E. to headwaters in Sec. 31, T.8 S., R.16
E. Within Wilderness
|
13
|
1993
|
W
|
S, R, G
|
Glacially scoured valley. Contains
number of lakes. Trail up East Rosebud in Wilderness is very
popular.
|
|
|
Rosebud Creek, East
|
Carbon, Stillwater
|
Forest boundary at east side of Sec.
1, T.7 S., R.16 E. to headwaters in Sec. 31, T.8 S., R.16
E. Outside Wilderness but in Forest boundary
|
7
|
1993
|
R
|
S, R, G
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Rosebud Creek, West
|
Stillwater, Carbon
|
Forest bounday at north line of Sec.
17, T.6 S., R.17 E. upstream to headwater in Sec. 29, T.7
S., R.15 E. Within Wilderness
|
8
|
1993
|
W
|
S, R, G
|
Glacially scoured drainage. Contains
numer of lakes. Heavy recreation such as camping, fishing,
and hiking.
|
|
|
Rosebud Creek, West
|
Stillwater, Carbon
|
Forest boundary at north line of
Sec. 27, T.6 S., R.17 E. upstream to headwaters in Sec. 29,
T.7 S., R.15 E. Outside Wilderness but in Forest boundary
|
10
|
1993
|
|
S, R, G
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Schafer Creek
|
Flathead
|
NW 1/4 of Sec. 3, T.26 N., R.13 W.
to confluence with Middle Fork of Flathead River (NW 1/4 of
Sec. 26, T.27 N., R.13 W.)
|
2
|
1993
|
W
|
F
|
Contains essential spawning habitat
for bull trout. Has a high sport fishery value.
|
|
|
Shorty and South Fork Shorty Creek
|
Flathead
|
SE 1/4 of Sec. 7, T.35 N., R.23 W.
to its confluence with Whale Creek (SE 1/4 of Sec. 29, T.36
N., R.23 W.)
|
3
|
1993
|
R
|
F
|
Essential spawning habitat for bull
trout.
|
|
|
Slough Creek
|
Park
|
Entire segment within Yellowstone
National Park
|
16
|
1993
|
W, S
|
S, R, F, W
|
See Slough Creek, WY comments.
|
WY
|
|
Smith River
|
Cascade, Meagher
|
Sec. 30, T.14 N., R.4 E. near mouth
of Tenderfoot Creek to Sec. 31, T.16 N., R.4 E. near mouth
of Deep Creek
|
12
|
1993
|
S
|
S, R, G, F, W
|
Winding and meandering of river provides
constantly changing spectacular view of rock exposures, arches,
caves, pinnacles, and other natural features. Floating and
fishing opportunities.
|
|
|
Soda Butte Creek
|
Park
|
Entire segment within Yellowstone
National Park
|
16
|
1993
|
S
|
S, G, W, H
|
See Soda Butte Creek, WY comments.
|
WY
|
|
Spotted Bear River
|
Flathead
|
NW 1/4 of Sec. 14, T.23 N., R.12
W. to the wilderness boundary (SW 1/4 of Sec. 25, T.25 N.,
R.13 W.)
|
14
|
1993
|
W
|
F
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Spotted Bear River
|
Flathead
|
Wilderness boundary (SW 1/4 of Sec.
25, T.25 N., R.13 W.) to confluence with South Fork of Flathead
River (SW 1/4 of Sec. 17, T.25 N., R.15 W.)
|
18
|
1993
|
R
|
F
|
Contains abundant westslope cutthroat
trout populations. Has a high sport fishery value.
|
|
|
Stillwater River
|
Stillwater
|
Forest boundary at north side of
Sec. 15, T.5 S., R.15 E. upstream to headwaters in Sec. 9,
T.9 S., R.14 E. Within Wilderness
|
20
|
1993
|
W
|
S, R, G, F, W
|
Very good trout fishery. Large glacially
scoured valley and contains some large high elevation basins.
Upper end of drainage occupied by grizzly bear. Many recreational
opportunities.
|
|
|
Stillwater River
|
Stillwater
|
Forest boundary at north side of
Sec. 15, T.5 S., R.15 E. upstream to headwaters in Sec. 9,
T.9 S., R.14 E. Outside Wilderness but in Forest boundary
|
7
|
1993
|
R
|
S, G, F, W
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Straight Creek
|
Mineral
|
In proposed Great Burn Wilderness
in Lolo National Forest
|
8
|
1993
|
W
|
R
|
Resident fishery and numerous recreational
activities.
|
|
|
Straight Creek, Green Fork
|
Lewis and Clark
|
Headwaters at Sec. 14, T.18 N., R.10
W. to Straight Creek Sec. 25, T.19 N., R.10 W.
|
4
|
1993
|
W
|
S, G
|
Result of snow meltwater from Scapegoat
Pateau flowing into sinkhole and carried by vast underground
system of limestone caverns. Waterfalls and glacial cirque
box canyon.
|
|
|
Strawberry Creek
|
Flathead
|
NE 1/4 of Sec. 9, T.27 N., R.11 W.
to confluence with Grimley and Trail Creeks (NW 1/4 of Sec.
15, T.26 N., R.11 W.)
|
7
|
1993
|
W
|
S
|
Scenic series of pools and drops.
Good fishing for cutthroat trout.
|
|
|
Sullivan Creek
|
Flathead
|
NE 1/4 of Sec. 32, T.25 N., R.16
W. to Hungry Horse Reservoir (SE 1/4 of Sec. 36, T.27 N.,
R.17 W.)
|
15
|
1993
|
R
|
F
|
Contains abundant westslope cutthroat
trout, bull trout, and mountain whitefish populations. Has
a high sport fishery value.
|
|
|
Sun River, North Fork
|
Lewis and Clark, Teton
|
Confluence with Pool Creek Sec. 24,
T.25 N., R.11 W. to confluence with South Fork Sun River (Sec.
26, T.22 N., R.10 W.). Headwaters to Wilderness boundary
|
25
|
1993
|
W
|
R
|
Opportunities for land-based recreation.
Sun River Game Preserve summers large elk herd. Wildlife viewing.
|
|
|
Sun River, North Fork
|
Lewis and Clark, Teton
|
Confluence with Pool Creek Sec. 24,
T.25 N., R.11 W. to confluence with South Fork Sun River (Sec.
26, T.22 N., R.10 W.). Wilderness boundary to confluence with
South Fork Sun River
|
1
|
1993
|
R
|
R, W
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Sun River, South Fork
|
Lewis and Clark
|
Headwaters at Sun Lake Sec. 4, T.18
N., R.10 W. to confluence with North Fork Sun River Sec. 26,
T.22 N., R.10 W.
|
26
|
1993
|
W
|
R
|
Opportunities for land-based recreation.
Eastern boundary along with North Fork Sun River to the Sun
River Game Preserve.
|
|
|
Swan River, Lower
|
Lake County
|
North boundary of Swan River State
Forest (SW 1/4 of Sec. 13, T.24 N., R.18 W.) to inlet of Swan
Lake (NE 1/4 of Sec. 16, T.25 N., R.18 W.)
|
11
|
1993
|
R
|
S, R
|
Flows through Swan River National
Refuge. Popular for bird watching, fishing, canoeing, floating,
and hunting waterfowl.
|
|
|
Swan River, Upper
|
Missoula
|
Outlet of Lindbergh Lake (SW 1/4
of Sec. 13, T.19 N., R.17 W.) to confluence with Holland Creek
(SW 1/4 of Sec. 32, T.20 N., R.16 W.)
|
6
|
1993
|
R
|
S, C
|
Lindbergh Lake named after aviator
Charles Lindbergh, who visted the lake. Old Forest Service
Guard Station near oulet of lake, and prehistoric site within
river coridor.
|
|
|
Tenderfoot Creek
|
Meagher
|
Falls at Sec. 25, T.14 N., R.4 E.
to Smith River Sec. 25, T.14 N., R.3 E.
|
5
|
1993
|
S
|
F
|
Critical spawning and rearing tributary
for Smith River.
|
|
|
Trail Creek
|
Flathead
|
Confluence with Yakinikak and Tuchuck
Creeks (SW 1/4 of Sec. 33, T.37 N., R.23 W.) to its confluence
with North Fork of Flathead River (SE 1/4 of Sec. 36, T.37
N., R.22 W.)
|
11
|
1993
|
R
|
G, C
|
Over the Whitefish Range, prehistoric
and historic routes connect the North Fork Valley with the
Tobacco Valley. Indian pictographs and limestone caves along
stream corridor.
|
|
|
Vermilion River
|
Sanders
|
Junction of Willow Creek downstream
to junction of Noxon Reservoir
|
12
|
1993
|
R
|
S, H
|
Cascades over Vermilion Falls through
narrow, timber-covered canyon. Historic land route from Clark
Fork River to Kootenai River. Scenic driving, sightseeing,
camping, fishing, picnicking, as well as, recreational gold-panning.
|
|
|
Warm Springs Creek
|
Madison
|
Forest boundary in Sec. 22, T.9 S.,
R.3 W. to boundary of private land south of Romy Lake in Sec.
26, T.8 S., R.3 W.
|
6
|
1993
|
R
|
G
|
Warm springs in lower reaches keep
stream flowing yearlong. As result of elevated temperatures,
fishery and winter waterfowl activity are somewhat enhanced.
|
|
|
Whale Creek
|
Flathead
|
SW 1/4 of Sec. 29, T.36 N., R.23
W. to confluence with North Fork of the Flathead River (SE
1/4 of Sec. 30, T.36 N., R.21 W.)
|
14
|
1993
|
R
|
F
|
Essential spawning habitat for bull
trout.
|
|
|
White River
|
Powell, Flathead
|
Confluence with Juliet and Rooney
Creeks (SW 1/4 of Sec. 19, T.23 N., R.12 W.) to confluence
with South Fork of Flathead River (SE 1/4 of Sec. 8, T.21
N., R.13 W.)
|
16
|
1993
|
W
|
S, G
|
Large drainage with extensive water
system, including Needle Falls. Diverse historic values and
scenic valley bottom.
|
|
|
Willow Creek, South
|
Madison
|
Junction with Beaverhead National
Forest Boundary in NE 1/4 NE 1/4 of Sec. 6, T.3 S., R.2 W.
to Granite Lake NE 1/4 NE 1/4 of Sec. 24, T.3 S., R.4 W. excluding
private lands
|
8
|
1993
|
R
|
F
|
Only tributary of Jefferson River
that has westslope cutthroat trout.
|
|
|
Wise River
|
Beaverhead
|
Confluence of Wise River and Pattengail
Creek in NW 1/4 of Sec. 11, T.2 S., R.12 W., to confluence
of Jacobsen and Mono Creeks in NE 1/4 of Sec. 33, T.3 S.,
R.12 W.
|
14
|
1993
|
R
|
S, R, C
|
Upper half of river has dense forests
varied with large open meadows and willow bottoms. Lower half
has steep canyon walls with views of rock cliffs and tree-laden
slopes. Significant recreational opportunities.
|
|
|
Yaak River
|
Lincoln
|
Junction of East Fork and North Frok
of Yaak River downstream to Pete Creek
|
17
|
1993
|
R
|
S, H
|
Meanders through open valley-bottom
land and then cascades through deep canyon setting. Flows
through historic community of Sylvanite, Sylvanite Mine, and
Stamp Mill. Rafting, kayaking, and fishing, as well as, recreational
gold-panning.
|
|
|
Yaak River
|
Lincoln
|
Junction of Pete Creek downstream
to Meadow Creek
|
9
|
1993
|
R
|
S, H
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Yaak River
|
Lincoln
|
Junction of Meadow Creek downstream
to Yaak Falls
|
12
|
1993
|
R
|
S, H
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Yaak River
|
Lincoln
|
Yaak Falls downstream to BPA powerline
|
8
|
1993
|
W
|
S, H
|
See initial comments
|
|
|
Yellowstone River
|
Park
|
Forest boundary (Sec. 32, T.7 S.,
R.7 E.) to head of Yankee Jim Canyon where Joe Brown Creek
enters the river (Sec. 2, T.8 S., R.7 E.)
|
3
|
1993
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R
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S, R
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Recognized as superb visual resource
in Paradise Valley. White water rafting, kayaking, canoeing,
and float or shore fishing.
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|
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Yellowstone River
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Park
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Joe Brown Creek to boundary of Yellowstone
National Park (Sec. 23, T.9 S., R.8 E.)
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13
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1993
|
R
|
S, R
|
See initial comments
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|
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Youngs Creek
|
Powell
|
NW 1/4 of Sec. 8, T.18 N., R.13 W.
to confluence with South Fork of Flathead River (NW 1/4 of
Sec. 31, T.20 N., R.12 W.)
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11
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1993
|
W
|
G
|
Geologic values, including Hole in
the Wall Cave and various impressive cliff sections.
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|
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