2017 Map of Pine Creek Ridge

About this map

Salmon National Forest dominates this interior portion of Lemhi County, defined by a series of steep drainages and prominent summits. The landscape is marked by a complex network of named ravines, including Sawmill Gulch, Sawlog Gulch, and China Gulch, which suggest historical wood-processing and prospecting activities. High-elevation landmarks like Stormy Peak and Haystack Mtn provide the primary orientation points for the area, while the central Pine Creek Ridge divides the primary watercourses. This map documents a high-country environment where narrow forest roads such as the Stormy Pk-Virginia and China Gulch Rd follow the natural contours of the land. Seasonal hydrological features like Swampy Meadows and East Boulder Meadow indicate areas of flatter, moisture-retaining terrain amidst the steep slopes of Hornet Creek and Beaver Cr.