2013 Map of Bismark Mountain

About this map

Copper Camp serves as a lone human outpost in this high-altitude landscape within the Payette National Forest. The terrain is defined by dramatic elevation changes between the drainage of Big Creek and prominent heights such as Bismark Mtn and the long expanse of Eighty-eight Ridge. The map traces a complex network of canyons and peaks along the Idaho and Valley County line, where water flows from numerous sources like Big Ramey Cr and Monumental Cr toward the lower basins. Notable landmarks like Monumental Bar and Monumental Bridge indicate specific points of navigation or historical activity along the riverbeds. This 2013 survey provides a clear view of the wilderness as it appeared in the early 21st century, detailing the isolated ridges and gulches such as Carpenters Gulch that have long challenged travel through this part of the Salmon River Mountains.