1997 Map of Gem Peak

About this map

The Bitterroot Range forms a formidable natural boundary on this late-twentieth-century survey, where the Idaho Montana state line traces the high ridges of the Coeur D'Alene National Forest. This high-altitude landscape is defined by its massive peaks and the drainage systems of the Kaniksu National Forest. Historical industry is represented by the Holiday Mine tucked into a northern drainage near West Fork Pilgrim Creek. The map provides a detailed look at the wilderness geography before more modern developments, showing the convergence of Sanders Co Shoshone Co boundaries. Prominent summits like Gem Peak and Ulm Peak serve as primary landmarks for navigating the steep terrain between Lone Cliff Gulch and the various branches of Smeads Creek.