1967 Map of Helmer Mtn

About this map

Roosevelt Grove of Ancient Cedars stands as a central landmark within this 1967 survey of the high country straddling the Washington and Idaho border. The terrain is defined by the sharp divide between the Colville National Forest and Kaniksu National Forest, where a network of trails and primitive routes provide access to the remote peaks. Water flows through steep drainages like Sullivan Creek and Gold Creek, while higher elevations feature isolated bodies such as Muskegon Lake and Playa Lake. The map details the transition from the deep Packrat Gorge and Granite Pass to several prominent summits, including Helmer Mountain and Jackson Mtn. This document serves as a record of the wilderness recreation and conservation efforts in the Selkirk region during the mid-20th century, anchored by the presence of the Stagger Inn Campground.