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2017 Map of Kessler Creek

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Kessler Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Nez Perce National Forest land defines this Idaho County landscape, characterized by high-elevation peaks and complex drainage networks. Significant high-country landmarks include Bald Mtn, Blue Mtn, and the distinctive geographical pinch point of The Narrows. Water sources are abundant across the terrain, from isolated mountain pools like Crater Lake and Papoose Lake to numerous named springs such as Indian Springs, Hite Spring, and Tony Seifred Spring.

Transport through the interior relies on a network of established routes including Squaw Creek Rd and Kessler Creek Rd. The map reveals the intricate headwaters of multiple forks, including W Fork Race Cr, Clarks Fork, and N Fork Squaw Cr. These drainage patterns and named ridges like Lightning Ridge and McClinery Ridge highlight a wilderness area shaped by its watershed and forest management history.