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1966 Map of Big Cedar

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Big Cedar
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

Middle Fk Clearwater River defines the northern edge of this Idaho County landscape, where the terrain rises sharply into the Nez Perce National Forest. The 1966 field check reveals a remote area marked by timber and topographic extremes, including prominent landmarks such as Tahoe Ridge and the distinct peak of The Horn. Human presence is concentrated near the settlement of Big Cedar and the nearby Tahoe Cem, while the industrial activities of the era are signaled by a Tramway and Gravel Pit along the river's path.

The hydrological network is dense, with Clear Creek and its various forks—Middle, South, and West—cutting deep drainages through the forest. Remote features like Hoodoo Falls and a network of Pack Trails underscore the isolation of these highlands during the mid-20th century. This map is particularly useful for tracing early forest access routes and the geographical context of local pioneer sites like Potato Hill.