1987 Map of Neil Gulch

About this map

Payette National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape in the Hitt Mountains, where a complex network of drainages and gulches defines the western Idaho backcountry during the late 1980s. The terrain is marked by numerous water sources critical for livestock and wildlife, such as Box Spring, Arrowhead Spring, and Tribe Spring, which are scattered throughout the steep slopes and ridges. Significant landmarks like Telephone Saddle and Benton Saddle provide passage between the deep incisions of Stickney Gulch and Sheep Camp Gulch. This survey reveals a landscape primarily dedicated to resource management and conservation, with a notable Gravel Pit and a series of pack trails and 4WD tracks serving as the primary infrastructure for navigating the high-relief environment. Large seasonal watercourses, including Brownlee Creek and Cottonwood Creek, draw from the higher elevations down toward the surrounding basins.