1966 Map of Liz Butte

About this map

Clearwater National Forest dominates this mid-1960s landscape, where a sophisticated network of Pack Trails and the historic Lolo Trail provide the primary access through the high country. The area is defined by sharp elevation changes between peaks like Liz Butte and the deep drainage of the Lochsa River along the southern edge. Human presence is marked by isolated outposts like the Liz Creek Cabin and Dry Camp, or the high vantage point at Lookout Liz Butte. Along the numerous watercourses, such as Weitas Creek and Sherman Creek, the terrain transitions into unique open spaces like No-see-um Meadows. This survey serves as a detailed record of the wilderness infrastructure before modern road developments, preserving the locations of specific saddles, ridges, and camps used by foresters and early travelers in Idaho County.