1962 Map of Center Star Mtn

About this map

The South Fork Clearwater River winds through a landscape defined by an intensive history of mineral extraction within the Nez Perce National Forest. This 1962 field-checked survey documents a rugged corridor where the river's path is marked by extensive Dredge Tailings, particularly near its confluence with the Crooked River. The concentration of mining activity is evident in the numerous named sites scattered across the terrain, including the Center Star Mine on its namesake mountain and the Coeur d'Alene Mine near the Buckhorn Road.