2024 Map of Golden

About this map

The Nez Perce National Forest surrounds the mining-era settlements of Golden and Old Golden along the steep valley of the South Fork Clearwater River. This 2024 survey captures the remote character of central Idaho, where the landscape is defined by the drainage systems of Leggett Creek, Tenmile Creek, and Fall Creek. The geography here reflects a history of placer mining and timber access, with named points like Reed Bar and Rainy Day Point dotting the riverside and ridge lines. Prominent peaks including Reed Mtn and Nellie Mtn rise above the river canyon, which is navigated by modern forest development roads and historical routes like Old Golden Rd and Sourdough Rd. The map illustrates the shift from early settlement at Old Golden to the later concentration of activity further downriver at Golden.