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2013 Map of Hershey Point

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Hershey Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Payette National Forest dominates this section of Idaho County, characterized by a complex drainage system and prominent volcanic landforms. High-elevation features like Lava Butte and Lava Ridge speak to the geologic history of the region, while landmarks such as Sams Throne and Hershey Point provide critical orientation in this steep landscape. A former fire lookout site, Hershey Point Lookout, is situated on a high ridge overlooking the canyons below.

Water management and natural drainage are central to the landscape, with French Creek and its tributaries, including Little French Creek and Klip Creek, cutting deep into the terrain. Remote access is facilitated by French Creek Road, which leads to the historic Jenkins Crossing. The southern portion of the map transitions into more open areas like Elk Meadows and the high alpine Scribner Lake, reflecting the varied ecological zones found within the national forest.