1966 Map of Palisades Peak

About this map

Palisades Peak dominates the high-elevation landscape of the Snake River Range along the Idaho-Wyoming border. This mid-1960s survey captures a transition zone between the Targhee National Forest and Teton National Forest, where the terrain is defined by a dense network of canyons and drainage systems. A primary Pack Trail system provides the only human infrastructure through areas like Waterfall Canyon, Dead Man Canyon, and Vacation Canyon. Notable natural features such as the Ice Cave and Upper Palisades Lake are documented alongside specialized topography like Neeley Cove and Siddoway Fork. The map provides an intricate look at the hydrology of the region before significant modern development, following the Snake River through its northern reaches near Mosquito Pass.