2013 Map of Cottonwood Butte

About this map

Cottonwood Butte stands as a prominent landmark within this high-elevation landscape of north-central Idaho, where the borders of the Payette National Forest and Salmon National Forest meet. This survey captures a network of alpine basins and ridges defined by numerous small water bodies, including Black Lake, Swamp Angel Lake, and Stoddard Lake. The drainage patterns are intricate, with headwaters such as Kitchen Cr and Papoose Cr carving through the terrain. The presence of several named meadows like Phantom Meadow and Lower Meadow suggests pockets of relatively level ground amidst the steep slopes of Canyon Creek Ridge and peaks like Farrow Mtn. This area is characterized by its hydrological density, featuring many named springs and creek systems that feed into the larger regional watersheds.