1967 Map of Helmer Mtn

About this map

Roosevelt Grove of Ancient Cedars serves as a prominent landmark in this 1967 survey of the high country straddling the Washington and Idaho border. The terrain is defined by the intersection of the Colville National Forest and Kaniksu National Forest, where steep ridgelines connect summits like Helmer Mountain and Jackson Mtn. Drainage patterns are intricate, with Gold Creek and Hemlock Creek carving deep valleys toward the Hughes Fork of the Priest River. Evidence of early backcountry access is visible through the extensive network of routes, including the Thunder Creek Trail and various pack trails used for forest management. Notable natural features such as Granite Falls, the narrow Packrat Gorge, and Muskegon Lake highlight the diverse topography of the Selkirk Mountains. The map also identifies the Stagger Inn Campground, a key waypoint for those navigating the high-elevation reaches of Pend Oreille and Bonner counties.