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2017 Map of Fernwood

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Fernwood
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Fernwood sits at the confluence of the Saint Maries River and Crystal Cr in the northern portion of this 2017 survey. The landscape quickly transitions from the river valley into the timbered heights of the St. Joe National Forest, which covers a significant portion of the terrain. Peaks such as Nakarna Mtn and Carpenter Mtn define the high country, while the southern reaches are marked by the Hoodoo Mountains and the distinctive Emerald Butte.

A network of specialized routes, including the Emerald Butte OHV and Red Gem OHV, signals the area's modern use for recreation and resource management. These trails weave through rugged drainages like Garnet Gulch and along the W Fork Emerald Cr, following the same paths used by earlier generations for timber extraction and mining. The map captures the meeting point of Benewah Co and Latah County, showing the varied topography of North Idaho's Clearwater region.