1970 Map of Ettien Spring

About this map

Lewis and Clark National Forest defines the rugged topography of this Judith Basin landscape, where high elevations and deep drainage basins are interconnected by primitive travel routes. The 1970 field survey documents a remote wilderness environment before modern development, characterized by a complex network of Jeep Trails and Pack Trails that navigate the steep elevations of Woodchopper Ridge and Ettien Ridge. Settlement is sparse and largely transient, represented by landmark outposts like Korell Cabin near Deer Gulch and Burris Cabin along the upper reaches of the Middle Fork Judith River. Water sources are critical identifiers in this terrain, with named features such as Ettien Spring and Russian Spring Creek serving as vital landmarks for those traversing the forest interior. This map provides a detailed view of the natural hydrology of the area, including the winding paths of Sandpoint Creek and Lost Fork as they carve through the mountain canyons.