2013 Map of Monroe Butte

About this map

The settlement of Mineral sits at the junction of Dennett Cr and Tartar Gulch, serving as a central point of interest in this high-elevation terrain along the Oregon-Idaho border. The landscape is defined by the steep drainage systems flowing toward the Brownlee Reservoir and the Snake River, with the Hitt Mountains dominating the eastern horizon. Within the Payette National Forest, the topography is punctuated by distinctive peaks such as Monroe Butte, Iron Mtn, and the uniquely named Chinamans Hat. Historical land use is evident in the network of canyons and gulches, including Black Canyon and Golden Goose Canyon, which are navigated by primitive routes like Rock Creek Rd. Numerous watercourses like Sturgill Cr and Wolf Cr carve through the mountain slopes, illustrating the complex hydrology that feeds the regional reservoir system.