1967 Map of Priest Lake SE

About this map

Kaniksu National Forest defines the eastern shoreline of Priest Lake in this late 1960s survey. The map details the transition between the deep waters of the lake and the steep ascent of Horton Ridge. This eastern bank is characterized by a series of distinct inlets and points, including Indian Creek Bay and the more developed Cavanaugh Bay, which serves as a recreational and logistical hub with the Cavanaugh Bay Airport and nearby Sherwood Beach. The interior landscape is marked by numerous watercourses such as Hunt Creek and Soldier Creek that cut through the terrain toward the high elevations of Camels Prairie. For those studying the evolution of Idaho's wilderness access, the network of 4wd tracks and the East Shore Road illustrate the early infrastructure supporting the Indian Creek Campground and the timber-rich highlands of Bonner County.