Official websites use .gov
A .gov
website belongs to an official government organization in the
United States.
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A lock
(
) or https:// means you've safely
connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only
on official, secure websites.
Maps & Publications
Find a map and start planning your next adventure!
You can drop by one of our local offices to purchase or pick up free hardcopy maps. Some maps are available for purchase or viewing online, and some maps are available through the Avenza application for free or purchase. Click on the various headings below for more information about our maps. And click the Get national forests maps on your smartphone or tablet header to get started using the Avenza Application to download and use Flathead National Forest maps on your mobile device.
You can also explore your forests and grasslands with the Interactive Visitor Map. Use the interactive map to locate roads, campgrounds, and other recreation sites on your favorite national forest or grassland.
Flathead National Forest maps are now available as georeferenced PDFs through the Avenza store. Follow the directions below to install the Avenza app and start downloading maps to your device!
-
Scan the QR code below to get the Avenza application.
Start by scanning this QR code using the camera on your device, or search for the Avenza app in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Be sure to allow the app to use your location.
-
Select the download button to add maps.
Create an Avenza account or login to your existing account. Navigate to “My Maps” and select the Add (plus) button to add a map to your device.
-
Select the QR code button to scan a code.
QR codes can be found by clicking the headings below (Visitor Maps, Ranger District Maps, Motor Vehicle Use Maps, and Oversnow Vehicle Use Maps). If searching the store instead of scanning a code, look for maps published by US Forest Service Region 1.
-
Select the button that reads "Get this map."
After selecting the "Get this Map" button, you should be redirected into the Avenza app, and the map can then be purchased (free maps can be downloaded by selecting the button that says “free”).
Cost: $8 at Tally Lake and Swan Lake ranger stations or $15 through USGS)
Scale: 1:24,000
Contours: 40-foot
Media: Paper
Format: Flat
For purchase locally at: Tally Lake and Swan Lake ranger stations.
Cost: $14 hardcopy (Avenza digital $4.99 per side, north and south)
Scope: Entire Flathead National Forest
Scale: 1:126,720 (1/2"=1 mile)
Contours: No
Date: 2018
Media: PaperTyger, tear and water resistant
Format: Folded, 4"x9"
For purchase locally at: All offices
The QR code can be scanned or clicked to take you to the Avenza Map Store to purchase and download maps for use with the mobile Avenza Application.
Cost: $9 hardcopy (Avenza digital $4.99 per map)
Scope: Ranger District
Scale: 1:100,000
Contours: 200-foot
Media: Paper
Format: Folded, 4"x9"
For purchase locally at: All offices.
The QR code can be scanned or clicked to take you to the Avenza Map Store to purchase and download district maps with the mobile Avenza App.
The designations shown on these maps are effective as of the date stamped or printed on the front cover. These maps show National Forest System roads, National Forest System trails, and the areas on the National Forest System lands that are designated for motor vehicle use pursuant to 36 CFR 212.51. The QR code can be scanned or clicked to take you to the Avenza Map Store to download free MVUM maps for use with the mobile Avenza Application.
Cost: Free hardcopy (Avenza free)
Scope: Ranger District
Scale: 1:100,000
Contours: none
Media: Paper, black and white
Format: Folded, 4"x9"
Available locally at: All offices.
These maps show National Forest System roads, National Forest System trails, and areas on National Forest System lands where use by over-snow vehicles is allowed, restricted, or prohibited pursuant to 36 CFR 212.81. Click on the map cover image for a PDF of the map. The QR code can be scanned or clicked to take you to the Avenza Map Store to download free maps for use with the mobile Avenza Application.
Cost: Free hardcopy (Avenza free)
Scope: Ranger District
Scale: 1:100,000
Contours: 200 ft.
Media: Paper
Format: Folded, 4"x9"
Available locally at: All offices.
2017 Flathead Area Groomed Snowmobile Map
This map is made in cooperation with State of Montana and area snowmobile clubs, showing groomed snowmobile trails in the Stillwater/Canyon Creek, Desert Mountain, Swan Lake, and Skyland Areas. Click on the front and back labels below the map cover image to view web-friendly maps. Scan or click on the QR code for a georeferenced PDF for use in the Avenza Application.
Mission Mountain Wilderness
Cost: $9 hardcopy
Scale: 1:5,000
Contours: 20/40 ft.
Media: Paper
Format: Folded, 4"x9"
Cost: $14 hardcopy (Avenza digital $4.99 per map)
Scale: 1:100,000
Contours: 200-foot
Media: Polyart
Format: Folded, 4"x9"
The QR code can be scanned or clicked to take you to the Avenza Map Store to purchase and download maps for use with the mobile Avenza Application.
Click or scan the QR code to view a map of the Round Meadow Trails. This is a georeferenced PDF and can be used through the Avenza Application.
Cost: $14 hardcopy (Avenza digital $3.99)
Scale: 1:42,240 (1.5"=1 mile)
Contours: 200 ft.
Media: Polyart
Format: Folded, 4"x9"
The QR code can be scanned or clicked to take you to the Avenza Map Store to purchase and download maps for use with the mobile Avenza Application.
Cost: $14 hardcopy
Scale: 1:63,360 (1"= 1 mile)
Contours: 100-foot
Media: Polyart
Format: Spiral bound, 4"x9"
For purchase locally at: All offices
Available for purchase online through local retailer: Snappy's
