1969 Map of North Canyon

About this map

Sherman Peak towers over a landscape defined by deep drainages and spring-fed basins within the Cache National Forest. This 1969 survey captures the rugged backcountry of southeastern Idaho where the borders of Bear Lake, Caribou, and Franklin counties converge. The drainage system is complex, featuring Eightmile Creek and the numerous forks of Skinner Creek, all separated by high ridges like Red Pine Ridge. Local landmarks such as Moonlight Meadow and Loa Lake suggest the seasonal rhythms of high-elevation grazing and recreation that define the region. The map documents an intricate network of jeep trails and pack trails winding through Cheatbeck Canyon and Ant Canyon, providing evidence of historical access routes for forestry and early exploration. Numerous named water sources, including Tie Camp Spring and Humberg Spring, are precisely mapped, serving as vital points of interest for historical land use studies.