1964 Map of Livingston Creek

About this map

Livingston Mine and its accompanying Livingston Mill anchor this mid-century survey of the high-elevation mining district within the Challis National Forest. The landscape is defined by steep drainages like Livingston Creek and Slate Creek, where a network of trails and jeep paths connect remote operations such as the Silver Rule Mine, Tango Mine, and Hermit Mine. The presence of the State Creek Hot Spring in the west and the massive geological formation known as the Chinese Wall in the southwest highlights the varied geothermal and rock features of the area. Notable landmarks like Railroad Ridge and Crater Lake provide essential reference points for prospectors and surveyors working this difficult terrain. The map captures a transition point in Custer County's resource history, showing the intricate relationship between high-altitude water sources like Big Lake and the industrial infrastructure of the day.