2017 Map of Log Mountain

About this map

Log Mountain serves as a prominent high point in this 2017 survey of the high-elevation backcountry where the Payette National Forest and Boise National Forest converge. This area is defined by its complex drainage network, where Johnson Creek flows through the eastern corridor and numerous smaller tributaries like Caton Cr and Ditch Cr carve through the steep terrain. The presence of several distinct meadows, including Caton Meadow, Round Meadow, and Wardenhoff Meadows, suggests important openings in the heavy timber that have historically served as landmarks or grazing points. Notable peaks such as Shell Rock Peak and Thunder Mountain provide orientation for those navigating the roadless portions of Valley County. For those tracing the geography of the Salmon River Mountains, the map highlights significant water features like Caton Lake, Rainbow Lake, and the turbulent Whitehorse Rapids.