1963 Map of Clayton

About this map

The settlement of Clayton serves as the focal point for this mid-century look at Idaho's mining history along the Salmon River. The landscape is defined by industrial activity and rugged natural features, prominently featuring the Clayton Mine with its associated Tramway and Tailings Pond. Further north, the Redbird Mine and South Butte Mine underscore the area's extraction-based economy. Beyond the river valley, the terrain rises into the Challis National Forest, where peaks like Saturday Mtn and South Butte overlook a network of watercourses including Kinnikinic Creek and Squaw Creek. Infrastructure of the era is captured through the Kinnikinic Aqueduct and various Jeep Trails that provide access to the steep Custer County backcountry. Notable natural sites like Sullivan Hot Springs offer a glimpse into the geothermal activity present along the river's path.