2017 Map of Cottontail Point

About this map

Salmon River carving through the heart of this landscape defines the boundary between the Nez Perce National Forest to the north and the Payette National Forest to the south. The drainage patterns of the era are intricately mapped, showing high-elevation points like Tomato Point and Sugarloaf Butte overlooking the river valley. The map reveals a remote network of forest infrastructure, including the Cross E Trails near Arlington Ridge and the Cottontail Point access road. Along the river's edge, features such as Bull Creek Bar indicate the shifting alluvial character of the watercourse. This survey records the intersection of multiple named drainages, from Whisky Bob Cr to the south-flowing Crooked Cr, providing a detailed view of the central Idaho backcountry before modern land-use changes.