1957 Map of Emida

About this map

The St Maries River carves a winding path through this northern Idaho landscape, closely followed by the tracks of the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific railroad. The settlement of Emida serves as a central point in a terrain defined by the heavy timber of the St Joe National Forest. This 1957 field-checked survey documents a transition in local land use, identifying the Hollywood (Site) alongside active mountain outposts like Lotus and Rover. The map reveals a complex network of drainage basins, including Santa Creek and Alder Creek, which supported the region's early development. Significant peaks such as Emida Peak and Tyson Peak rise above the valleys, while specialized sites like Cedar Grove Camp and several identified gravel pits point to the specific forest and infrastructure needs of the late 1950s.