1957 Map of Kingston

About this map

The Cataldo Mission stands as a primary landmark in this valley, situated on the Mission Flats where the Coeur d'Alene River meets the confluence of the North Fork Coeur d'Alene River. This 1957 field-checked survey reveals a landscape defined by the intersection of early transport and rugged topography. The Union Pacific railroad tracks follow the river's path, serving the settlements of Kingston, Cataldo, and Rose Lake. To the north, the terrain rises into the Coeur d'Alene National Forest, marked by peaks such as Monument Mtn and Skitwish Peak. The presence of the Canyon School and an Airway Beacon near Fourth of July Canyon illustrates the infrastructure of the mid-century era, balancing local education needs with the growing requirements of aerial navigation across the Idaho panhandle.