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1965 Map of Limber Jim Creek

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Limber Jim Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1967
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1967

About this map

Whitman National Forest land defines this section of Union County, where the upper reaches of the Grande Ronde River wind through narrow canyons. This 1960s survey documents a landscape focused on resource extraction and seasonal grazing, marked by high ridges like Jim Ridge. Prospecting activity is evident throughout the terrain, with several mining operations noted including the Aurelia Mine and the more significant Camp Carson Mine located near the headwaters of the river.

Access through this high-country wilderness relied heavily on traditional routes such as the Limber Jim Pack Trail and the Mud Trail. These paths connect secluded water features like Erickson Lake and the marshy grounds of Limber Jim Meadow and Round Meadow. The map also captures the intricate drainage system of the area, from Meadowbrook Creek to the various forks of Limber Jim Creek, providing a detailed record of the backcountry before modern development or forest management shifts altered these historic trails and mine sites.