1958 Map of Bennett Mtn

About this map

Boise National Forest dominates the northern reaches of this Idaho landscape, where the high terrain of Bennett Mtn gives way to a complex network of drainages and springs. The map documents a mid-century period of land use defined by ranching outposts and water management, visible at sites like Berry Ranch and The Cottonwoods. The rugged transition from the mountains toward the Snake River plain is etched with numerous water sources, including Crater Spring, Latty Hot Spr, and Cedar Spring. Transport and utility infrastructure are marked by a prominent Pipeline and various Jeep Trails that traverse the high ridges. Noteworthy for historical research are the specific named fords such as Emigrant Crossing and Stone Crossing, which indicate traditional routes through this arid landscape long before modern paving.