2017 Map of Pond Peak

About this map

The North Fork Coeur d'Alene River carves through the heart of the Coeur d'Alene National Forest, defining a landscape of high summits and deep drainages. In this northern Idaho interior, the Shoshone Ridge serves as a massive spine between the river and the Shoshone Range. A network of Forest Service routes, such as Beetle Creek Rd and the Nat For Dev Rd 948, provides access to these peaks, including the prominent Pond Peak and Sentinel Peak. The presence of Big Hank Meadow along the river's edge suggests one of the few level breaks in the steep terrain, likely serving as a localized hub for backcountry travel or timber management. Numerous smaller tributaries like Big Hank Cr and Swift Cr feed the main river channel, illustrating the complex watershed that characterizes the Coeur d'Alene Mountains.