1895 Map of Hailey

About this map

Hailey and Ketchum serve as the primary hubs in this late-19th-century study of the central Idaho mountains, situated along the southern reach of the Big Wood River. The corridor is defined by the arrival of the Union Pacific R. R., which connects the valley floor to the high alpine foothills of the Sawtooth Mts and Pioneer Mountains. This era highlights a burgeoning recreation and resource landscape, evidenced by the development of Guyer Hot Springs and Hailey Hot Springs near the rail line. Beyond the settlements, the terrain is a complex network of high peaks and drainage basins, including landmarks like Hyndman Peak and the curiously named The Devils Bedstead. The convergence of mining prospects and valley transit is visible through numerous named gulches and creeks, such as Oregon Gulch and Triumph Cr., which trace the early industrial footprint of the region.