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2013 Map of Banner Summit

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Banner Summit serves as a high-elevation topographical anchor along the border of Boise and Custer Counties. This mountainous landscape is dominated by the overlapping boundaries of the Challis National Forest and Boise National Forest, featuring a dense network of alpine drainages such as Cape Horn Cr and Marsh Cr. Local landmarks including Copper Mtn and the Thatcher Creek Overlook provide orientation for those navigating the rugged backcountry roads, specifically Bear Valley Rd and Cape Horn Rd.

A high concentration of small, isolated bodies of water like Newman Lake, Elizabeth Lake, and Kelly Lake dot the terrain, highlighting the glacial-carved character of the region. Public access points are marked by a string of roadside facilities including the Banner Creek Rest Area, Granite Rest Area, and the Thatcher Creek Campground, which cater to travelers crossing the high passes of the Challis National Forest Boise National Forest divide.