1980s Maps of Clearwater County, Idaho

Explore 17 historic maps of Clearwater County from the 1980s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1980s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

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Clearwater County, ID maps

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  1. 1981 Map of Little Goat Mountains
    1981 Map of Little Goat Mountains
    1981 Little Goat Mountains
    1981 Print · USGS
    Shoshone and Clearwater counties met in these high timberlands during the early eighties, where the national forest boundaries intersect. Researchers can trace remote mountain geography through named sites like Blue Heaven Cabin, Clugs Jumpoff, and Morris Saddle.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1981 Map of Missoula West
    1981 Map of Missoula West
    1981 Missoula West
    1981 Print · USGS
    The Bitterroot Valley and the rugged Bitterroot Range are captured here in the early 1980s, documenting the expansion of Missoula and its outlying timber and river towns. Researchers can trace the Burlington Northern rail corridors or locate remote landmarks like Lolo Hot Springs and Lolo Pass.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1981 Map of Kooskia
    1981 Map of Kooskia
    1981 Kooskia
    1981 Print · USGS
    Northern Idaho in the early eighties shows a landscape of deep river canyons and high forest ridges. Researchers can locate remote mining sites like Hemlock Mine, the mountain settlement of Lowell, and the Kooskia National Fish Hatchery.

  4. 1981 Map of Orofino, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Orofino, 1982 Print
    1981 Orofino
    1982 Print · USGS
    North central Idaho comes into focus in the early eighties, showing the deep river canyons and agricultural plateaus of the Nez Perce Indian Reservation. Genealogists and historians can trace the Camas Prairie rail line through rural hubs like Ferdinand, Mohler, and Reubens.

  5. 1981 Map of Pinchot Butte, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Pinchot Butte, 1982 Print
    1981 Pinchot Butte
    1982 Print · USGS
    The timberlands and river canyons of northern Idaho are captured here in the early eighties, showcasing the intersection of the St Joe National Forest and the Clearwater drainage. Researchers can locate remote sites like the Mary Mix Cabin (Site), trace the shores of Dworshak Reservoir, and identify landmarks like Hershey Bar.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1981 Map of Whiskey Butte, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Whiskey Butte, 1982 Print
    1981 Whiskey Butte
    1982 Print · USGS
    Clearwater County's timber and mining country is captured here during the 1970s, showcasing a landscape shaped by resource extraction and rugged terrain. Researchers can locate remote sites like Porters Camp, trace old Dredge Tailings along Orofino Creek, and find the Democrat Mine.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1981 Map of Headquarters, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Headquarters, 1982 Print
    1981 Headquarters
    1982 Print · USGS
    The timber country of Clearwater County is captured here in the early eighties, centered on the logging community of Headquarters. Researchers can trace the legacy of regional transport through the Old Railroad Grade and the Harley Creek Scout Camp.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1981 Map of Township Butte, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Township Butte, 1982 Print
    1981 Township Butte
    1982 Print · USGS
    The Idaho backcountry in the early 1980s is captured here as the Dworshak Reservoir fills the canyons of the Clearwater. Researchers can trace the winding Burma Road, locate the Camp X site, and find forest landmarks like the Lookout Tower and Grandad Bridge.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 1981 Map of Bertha Hill, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Bertha Hill, 1982 Print
    1981 Bertha Hill
    1982 Print · USGS
    Clearwater County's backcountry is captured here in the early eighties as the reservoir system shaped the local landscape. Genealogists and historians can locate remote landmarks like Bertha Hill, the Benton Butte Lookout Tower, and the site at Camp 11.
    2 unique versions available

  10. 1981 Map of Potlatch, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Potlatch, 1982 Print
    1981 Potlatch
    1982 Print · USGS
    Latah County and the northern Nez Perce Reservation are shown here in the early 1980s, documenting the rail-and-river network of the Idaho panhandle. Researchers can trace historic transport lines like the Burlington Northern and find remote landmarks such as the Gold Hill Mine and Potato Hill.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1981 Map of Jaype, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Jaype, 1982 Print
    1981 Jaype
    1982 Print · USGS
    Clearwater County's timber and transit corridor is captured here in the early 1980s, centered on the mill town of Jaype. Genealogists and historians can locate vanished points like Townsite Four, Hollywood, and the railway siding at Cardiff Spur.
    2 unique versions available

  12. 1981 Map of John Lewis, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of John Lewis, 1982 Print
    1981 John Lewis
    1982 Print · USGS
    Clearwater County in the early eighties shows a rugged landscape shaped by the Clearwater Reservoir and timber-related infrastructure. Trace the locations of Old Camp B, the remote Landing Strip, and high-country landmarks like Bear Butte.
    2 unique versions available

  13. 1982 Map of Headquarters, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Headquarters, 1983 Print
    1982 Headquarters
    1983 Print · USGS
    Clearwater County's timber and mining country is captured here in the early 1980s, centered on the company town of Headquarters and the historic gold-rush area of Pierce. Genealogists and researchers can trace remote settlements and work sites like Hollywood, New Boehls, and the Oxford Mine.

  14. 1984 Map of Orofino West, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Orofino West, 1985 Print
    1984 Orofino West
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Clearwater River valley and its surrounding plateaus are captured here in the mid-1980s, documenting the interface between tribal lands and regional infrastructure. Genealogists can trace family sites at Riverside Cem or Central Ridge Cem, while historians can locate the Russell (Site) and Gilbert Ch.

  15. 1985 Map of Straight Peak
    1985 Map of Straight Peak
    1985 Straight Peak
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Montana-Idaho border comes alive in the mid-1980s, documenting the high-country divide within the Lolo National Forest. Trace the remote watersheds of the Bitterroot range, from the heights of Straight Peak to the waters of Trio Lakes and Heart Lake.

  16. 1985 Map of Bruin Hill
    1985 Map of Bruin Hill
    1985 Bruin Hill
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Bitterroot Range divide comes into focus in the mid-1980s, documenting the rugged boundary between Idaho and Montana. Track remote mountain routes through Chilcoot Pass or locate high-country water bodies like Siamese Lakes and Fish Lake.

  17. 1985 Map of Schley Mountain
    1985 Map of Schley Mountain
    1985 Schley Mountain
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Montana-Idaho border comes alive in this mid-eighties survey of the high Bitterroots, where the Lolo National Forest and Clearwater National Forest meet. Trace the ridgelines between Schley Mountain, Admiral Peak, and high alpine waters like Surveyor Lake.
    2 unique versions available

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