1962 Map of Iron Mtn

About this map

Iron Mountain towers over a landscape defined by deep creek drainages and high ridgelines within the Nez Perce National Forest. The map reflects a mid-century wilderness managed for both natural resources and recreation, featuring the Elk Summit Lookout and a network of trails crossing Ericson Ridge and Radcliff Ridge. A significant marker of past industrial activity appears along the southern edge, where Dredge Tailings follow the path of the American River, documenting the physical impact of mining operations on the waterway's character.