2017 Map of Papoose Peak

About this map

Salmon National Forest and Payette National Forest meet in this high-elevation Idaho landscape, divided by the border of Idaho and Valley Counties. The topography is defined by significant landmarks like Papoose Peak and the prominent Cottonwood Butte, which serve as anchors for a complex drainage system. High mountain water sources such as Coyote Spring and Papoose Lake feed into numerous named watercourses, including Trapper Cr and Golden Cr. The presence of the Goat Creek (Wilderness) area underscores the protected and undisturbed nature of this region. Mapping labels such as Big Hill and Black Butte provide specific navigation points for those studying the physical geography of the Salmon River Mountains. This survey documents the intersection of public forest lands and seasonal creek networks as they existed in the early 21st century.