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2013 Map of Amber Lakes

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Amber Lakes
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Sawtooth National Forest dominates this Idaho landscape, where the high-altitude topography of the Boulder Mountains shapes the upper reaches of the Big Wood River system. The drainage network is clearly defined by the W Fork N Fork Big Wood River and the N Fork Big Wood River, which converge as they flow south. The presence of several established recreational sites, such as Camp Manapu, Camp Sawtooth, and Murdock Campground, highlights the area's long-standing use as a public retreat within the forest boundaries.

Deep in the interior, alpine features like the Amber Lakes and Boulder Basin sit tucked away in the higher elevations. Transport through this high country is limited to a few key corridors, primarily State Hwy 75 and the unpaved N Fork Rd, which provide access to the various canyons and gulches like Oregon Gulch and Kendall Gulch. This survey provides a precise look at the backcountry infrastructure and natural landmarks of northern Blaine County during the early 21st century.