2011 Map of Hershey Point

About this map

Hershey Point Lookout stands as a central vantage over this high-elevation Idaho landscape, where steep drainages and flat meadows define the backcountry. The drainage network is anchored by French Creek and Elkhorn Creek, which flow through a region marked by volcanic features like Lava Butte and Lava Ridge. These formations, along with the high peak of Sams Throne, illustrate the geological complexity of the Nez Perce National Forest area. Transportation is limited to rugged routes such as French Creek Rd, leading to remote landmarks like Jenkins Crossing. High-country water sources, including Scribner Lake and the Lava Butte Lakes, are scattered throughout the timbered slopes, while Elk Meadows provides a distinct break in the vertical relief. This survey details the intersection of high-altitude surveillance and the difficult passage through the canyon systems of central Idaho.