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2011 Map of Kessler Creek

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Kessler Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Spotted Horse Mine and the Old Timer Mine stand as markers of historical mineral exploration in this reach of Idaho County, situated among high ridges and deep drainages. The landscape is defined by the headwaters of numerous creeks, including the North Fork Squaw Creek and South Fork Race Creek, which carve through the terrain between landmarks like Bald Mountain and Blue Mountain. Settled areas are nearly non-existent, with only the label for Whiteman appearing in the south.

Transportation is limited to rugged routes like 7 Devils Rd and Kessler Creek Rd, which provide access to remote sites such as Papoose Campground and several named water sources including Tony Seyfreid Spring and Indian Springs. The geography transitions from the deep cut of The Narrows to the high elevations of Lightning Ridge, illustrating the isolated character of this wilderness area prior to modern development.