1973 Map of Big Baldy

About this map

Kwiskwis Hot Spring sits at the center of this 1970s wilderness survey, where the Boise National Forest meets the Payette National Forest. This high-altitude landscape is defined by the prominent Big Baldy Ridge, which culminates at the Lookout Big Baldy station. The drainage pattern is complex, with Indian Creek and its many tributaries, such as Wick iup Creek and Endoah Creek, carving deep paths through the terrain. The presence of the Indian Trail and various stretches of Pack Trail indicates the traditional routes used to traverse these remote peaks before modern development. These paths follow the natural contours between landmarks like Battleaxe Mtn and Red Peak, reflecting a landscape preserved for its natural resources and primitive navigation.