2017 Map of Henderson Ridge

About this map

The Continental Divide serves as a natural boundary along the state line between Montana and Idaho, marking a transition between the Bitterroot National Forest and the Salmon National Forest. This high-altitude landscape is defined by its drainage systems and prominent crests, most notably Henderson Ridge and Butcher Knife Ridge. Travel through this remote terrain follows established corridors such as Hughes Creek Rd and Mine Creek Rd, while the Divide NRT provides a pedestrian route along the ridgelines. Scattered water sources, including Muleshoe Springs, Bare Spring, and Tincan Spring, are critical landmarks for navigation in the steep gulches. Names like Irishmans Rock and Mud Spring Gulch hint at the prospectors and early travelers who navigated these mountain passes. The map documents the intricate network of creeks like Hughes Cr and Taylor Cr that feed the region's river systems.