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2024 Map of Junction Mountain

Name: 2024 Topographic Map of Junction Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2024
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2024

About this map

The North Fork Clearwater River carves a deep path through this remote section of the Clearwater National Forest, where steep drainages and high peaks dominate the landscape. Named for its prominence in the local topography, Junction Mtn stands as a central landmark above the confluence of several key waterways. The river itself is joined by numerous tributaries, including Gilfillian Creek and Bacon Creek, reflecting a drainage system that has long influenced movement through these mountains.

Evidence of human access is primarily limited to forest roads like Co RD 250 and Black Canyon Rd, which follow the natural contours of the river valleys. The presence of Kelly Creek and the dramatic Black Canyon underscores the area's character as a preserved wilderness. Genealogists and local historians can trace the naming of various forks and ridges, such as Fourth of July Creek and Adams Creek, which likely denote early seasonal landmarks used by foresters and surveyors in the Clearwater region.