2011 Map of Johnson Saddle

About this map

Johnson Saddle sits at the heart of this drainage-rich landscape in Grant County, where the headwaters of numerous creeks diverge across the high country. The area is defined by its seasonal camps and water sources, including the high-elevation Keeney Meadows and several vital springs such as Shrier Spring and Raddue Spring. A network of Forest Service roads provides access to isolated outposts like Fox Camp and the recreational grounds at Beech Creek Forest Camp and Cottonwood Camp. The terrain transitions from the marshy Tamarack Swamp in the west toward the prominent Beech Creek Summit. For researchers, the map details the intricate hydrography of the region, from the winding path of Beech Creek to the smaller tributaries of Little Bear Creek and Forty Day Creek, illustrating how the land was managed for transit and timber in the early 21st century near Mountain Rest.