2024 Map of Calder

About this map

The Saint Joe River valley serves as the primary corridor for settlement and transit in this portion of the St Joe National Forest. The small community of Calder sits at the river's edge, positioned where Bear Creek and Jack Creek meet the main flow. Steep, drainage-heavy terrain rises sharply from the water, marked by distinctive high points such as Spooky Butte and Billy Goat Hill in the St Joe Mountains. The area's geography is defined by its extensive network of mountain streams, including Trout Creek, Mica Creek, and Moose Creek, which carve deep valleys through the forest. Transportation is concentrated along the riverbanks via St Joe River Rd and Potlatch Rd, while high-elevation access is provided by primitive routes like Lemonade Peak Rd, illustrating the challenges of navigating this vertical landscape.