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2017 Map of Big Creek Peak

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Big Creek Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Big Creek Peak stands as the dominant topographical feature of the Lemhi Range on this late-2010s survey, marking a high point between the Salmon National Forest and Challis National Forest. The landscape is defined by the complex drainage systems of the Big Creek watershed, where the N Fork Big Cr, S Fork Big Cr, and W Fork Big Cr converge through steep canyons. A boundary line between Lemhi and Custer counties bisects the terrain, often following the winding paths of these waterways.

Transportation in this high-elevation wilderness is limited to specialized routes like the Flatiron Mountain Loop and the S Fork Big Creek-Iron Cr road. These corridors provide the only access to remote landmarks such as Flatiron Mtn and the various tributaries including Big Timber Cr and Squirrel Cr. The map illustrates the preserved nature of the national forests, with development restricted to these few essential forest service roads.