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2011 Map of Purgatory Saddle

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Purgatory Saddle
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Purgatory Saddle and the surrounding high-elevation peaks of Adams County define this corner of the Idaho backcountry as it appeared in 2011. The landscape is characterized by a high density of alpine basins and named summits, including Smith Mountain and Pyramid Peak. Water is a central feature of the terrain, with numerous lakes such as Satan Lake, Crystal Lake, and Emerald Lake dotting the drainages of Granite Creek and Lake Fork.

For those interested in historical forest infrastructure and recreation, the map identifies specific points of access like Black Lake Campground and the Vermilion Forest Camp. The presence of the Jackley Mountain Lookout in the northeast quadrant highlights the long-standing importance of fire observation in this heavily timbered region. This survey also records various topographic landmarks such as Six Lake Basin and Paradise Flat, providing a detailed view of the remote geography before more recent shifts in forest management or nomenclature.