2013 Map of McLendon Butte

About this map

The Clearwater National Forest dominates this mountain landscape, defined by steep ridges and an intricate network of drainages feeding into the Lochsa River along the southern border. At the time of this 2013 survey, the area is characterized by seasonal encampments and primitive access, including Retreat Camp and the Obia Cabin near Willow Ridge. The terrain is marked by prominent high points such as McLendon Butte, Mid Butte, and Smoky Peak, which overlook deep canyons carved by Hungery Creek and Fish Creek. A notable information-gain insight is the preservation of historic travel routes through the timber, represented by the Van Camp Trl and the high-elevation Bimerick Meadows, providing a record of how this portion of Idaho County was navigated before modern infrastructure reached the deep interior.