2011 Map of Paradise Peak

About this map

Paradise Peak and Skillern Peak anchor this high-altitude landscape in the Sawtooth National Forest, where numerous drainages converge to feed the central waters of Big Smoky Creek. The topography is defined by steep ridges and glacial features, including Paradise Lake and the Snowslide Lakes. Human presence is concentrated at the Canyon Campground in the southwestern corner, serving as a base for exploring the network of creeks and gulches. The drainage pattern is complex, with North Fork Big Smoky Creek and Skillern Creek carving deep paths through the terrain. Other named landmarks like Elk Point and Pinyon Gulch provide specific points of reference for navigating this backcountry area, while Little Pinyon marks the headwaters of several minor tributaries.