2017 Map of Lowell

About this map

The settlement of Lowell serves as the focal point for this wilderness survey, situated at the dramatic confluence where the Lochsa River and the Selway River merge to form the Middle Fork Clearwater River. This area serves as a natural boundary between two major federal lands, the Clearwater National Forest to the north and the Nez Perce National Forest to the south. The terrain is defined by steep drainage systems and prominent high points such as Knife Edge Ridge and Coolwater Ridge. Access into the back country is traced through a limited network of forest roads including Cabin Creek Rd and Peter King Rd. The map illustrates the convergence of river-valley transport and high-elevation ridge-line navigation, showing how the river systems have historically dictated the placement of settlements and infrastructure in this part of Idaho County.