2017 Map of Herd Lake

About this map

Challis National Forest land dominates this high-elevation terrain, where steep drainages and isolated water bodies define the landscape. At the center of the sheet lies Herd Lake, a significant alpine feature fed by Lake Cr and surrounded by narrow canyons. The map documents a network of primitive access routes, including Lake Basin-Hells Canyon and the Lake Basin Cutoff, which facilitate movement through the varied topography of Lake Basin and Hell Canyon. This specific survey shows the intricate drainage systems of the East and West Fork Herd Creek, illustrating how the waterway network funnels toward the primary Herd Creek corridor. Named landmarks like Pine Gulch and Bull Gulch indicate a history of local land use and geographic identification in a region otherwise characterized by its dense contour lines and lack of permanent settlements.