1969 Map of Pyramid Peak

About this map

Kaniksu National Forest defines this high-elevation landscape in Boundary County, Idaho, where the Selkirk Mountains rise to distinctive points such as Pyramid Peak and Fisher Peak. This late-1960s survey documents a network of high-mountain waters, including the glacially-fed Big Fisher Lake, Pyramid Lake, and Trout Lake, alongside the alpine cluster of Ball Lakes. The terrain is characterized by a high degree of vertical relief, with Farnham Ridge and Cascade Ridge forming natural dividers for the numerous drainages that feed the Kootenai River basin. Human access during this era is marked by a sparse network of infrastructure, primarily composed of a Pack Trail, Jeep Trail, and the West Side Road. The southern portion of the map is dedicated to the Myrtle Creek State Game Preserve, indicating the region's historical importance for wildlife management and habitat protection.