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2017 Map of Bear Valley Mountain

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Bear Valley Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Boise National Forest encompasses this high-altitude landscape, where the headwaters of the Salmon River system begin their descent. The terrain is defined by broad upland basins and riparian corridors such as Corduroy Meadows and Crane Meadow, which serve as natural openings amidst the timber. A critical point for fire observation and communication is established at Bear Valley Mtn Lookout, perched atop Bear Valley Mtn.

Connectivity through this backcountry is provided by several established routes, most notably Stanley-Warm Lake road and the Lowman-Bear Valley road. The drainage patterns are complex, with the N Fork Elk Creek and Bear Valley Creek carving through the granite. To the south, the prominent Cook Ridge stands as a significant divide, accompanied by various forest access points like Cook Ridge Spur G.