2011 Map of Herd Lake

About this map

Herd Lake sits at the heart of this high-elevation terrain in Custer County, Idaho, where drainage networks define the landscape. This 2011 survey illustrates the complex headwaters of Herd Creek, including the West Fork and East Fork branches. The area is characterized by steep drainage features and narrow valleys, such as Hell Canyon and the neighboring Pine Gulch and Bull Gulch. The hydrology is further defined by Mosquito Creek in the north and the expansive Lake Basin to the south. This map provides a detailed look at the watershed as it was managed by the U.S. Forest Service at the start of the decade, showing the network of local roads and 4WD tracks that provide access to Lake Creek and its surrounding peaks.