2017 Map of Box Lake

About this map

Lick Creek Summit and the high ridgelines of the Payette National Forest dominate this landscape in central Idaho. The terrain is defined by a dense network of high-altitude water bodies, including Box Lake, Hum Lake, and the small Teardrop Lake. These lakes feed numerous drainage systems such as Pearl Cr and Twentymile Cr, illustrating the complex hydrology of the Salmon River Mountains. The map reveals a wild landscape with few signs of human infrastructure beyond Lick Creek Rd and the Box Lake trail. Features like Foolhen Meadows and Beaverdam Peak provide specific landmarks for those studying the geography of Valley and Idaho counties. The presence of named basins like Burnside Lake and Sisters Lakes suggests a topography shaped by glacial activity, providing a detailed record of the area's natural heritage.