2020 Map of Bull Creek Hot Springs

About this map

The Middle Fork Payette River carves a deep valley through this portion of the Boise National Forest, serving as the primary drainage for a network of high-elevation tributaries. This 2020 survey details the complex topography of the North Fork Range and East Mtn, where elevations rise sharply from the riverbanks. A notable geothermal feature, Bull Creek Hot Springs, is located along the eastern slopes of the river canyon. The map reveals the infrastructure of forest management and access, including the Silver Creek Lookout and high-altitude crossings like Silver Creek Summit. The drainage patterns are intricate, with specifically named branches such as Horsethief Clear Creek and Sixteen To One feeding into the main river system. Transportation is limited to rugged routes like Middle Fork Payette Cutoff and Liggett Creek Way, reflecting the area's primary use for timber management and wilderness recreation.