1963 Map of Lost Horse Mountain

About this map

Kootenai National Forest dominates this landscape, surveyed in the early 1960s to document the drainage systems and peaks of Lincoln County. The map provides a detailed view of the high-altitude terrain surrounding Lost Horse Mountain, where a complex network of named watercourses like Vinal Creek and North Fork Big Creek carve through the mountain slopes. The lack of permanent structures or roads reflects the wilderness character of the area during this era, where the only terrestrial transit routes consist of numerous miles of labeled Pack Trail. These trails connect remote landmarks such as Fish Lakes and the elevations of Bunker Hill and Beetle Hill. This survey is particularly useful for understanding the historic backcountry access points used by foresters and early recreationists before modern development patterns altered the forest's edge.