1963 Map of Corral Hill

About this map

Nez Perce National Forest dominates this topographic study of the Idaho backcountry, centered on the high-elevation terrain of Corral Hill. A lone Lookout Tower stands at the peak of Corral Hill, serving as a critical fire-watch station for the surrounding timberlands. The landscape is defined by steep ridges and complex drainage systems, with Clear Creek and its many branches, including the West Fork Clear Creek, cutting through the forest. Historically, this area supported seasonal operations and resource management, evidenced by the network of trails and jeep tracks connecting landmarks like Tenmile Flat and China Point. The naming of features such as Big Burn Point and Quartz Ridge reflects the regional history of wildfire and geology, while the presence of Silver Dome and Silver Ridge to the south hints at the mineral prospecting that shaped this part of Idaho County during the mid-20th century.