1990 Map of Big Soldier Mountain

About this map

The Middle Fork Salmon Wild and Scenic River dominates this Idaho landscape, carving a deep corridor through the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness. The map reveals the intricate network of tributaries feeding the river, including Sulphur Creek and Elkhorn Creek, alongside high-elevation features like Big Soldier Mountain. Civil infrastructure is minimal within these protected lands, centered primarily on the Sulphur Creek Ranch and its adjacent Landing Strip. Recreational access points are clearly marked at the Boundary Creek Campground and Dagger Falls Campground, which serve as critical entry points for river travel. Notable navigation hazards like Sulphur Slide Rapid and Velvet Falls underscore the powerful whitewater character of the Salmon River during this era of wilderness management.