2017 Map of Clarkia

About this map

The Saint Maries River and its multiple tributaries define this mountain landscape where the borders of Benewah, Shoshone, and Latah counties meet. The settlement of Clarkia sits in the southeast corner near the junction of the W Fork Saint Maries River and Estes Cr, while the smaller community of Emerald Creek lies to the northwest. This modern survey illustrates a terrain deeply integrated with forest management and recreation, evidenced by an extensive network of Forest Service roads like Nat For Dev Rd 1948 and specialized trails including the Garnet Stone Ohv and Tailings Ohv. High points such as Clarkia Peak and Cedar Butte overlook a series of drainages, including the W Fork Emerald Cr and Hatton Cr, which highlight the area's complex watershed and its importance for local timber and mineral access.