2017 Map of Elk City

About this map

Elk City serves as the central hub of this mountain landscape, situated at the confluence of several vital waterways including the American River and Elk Cr. The settlement is surrounded by the vast Nez Perce National Forest, where the terrain is defined by prominent peaks and ridges such as Mother Lode Hill, Wheeler Mtn, and Gold Point. The names of the landscape reveal the area's prospecting legacy, seen in features like French Gulch and Buffalo Gulch. Local transportation is anchored by the Elk City Airport and a network of Forest Service roads including Red River Rd and American River Rd. These routes provide access to remote areas like American Hill Lake and the various forks of the Red River, illustrating the intersection of recreation and industry in this remote corner of Idaho County.