2013 Map of Santa

About this map

The Saint Maries River carves a central path through this section of Benewah County, dictating the placement of early 21st-century settlements and transportation corridors. Small communities such as Santa, Mashburn, and Wayland follow the river valley and the lowlands where Santa Creek and Tyson Creek converge with the main waterway. The presence of Tyson Creek Station and Renfrew highlights the historical importance of this corridor for regional connectivity. In contrast to the settled valleys, the surrounding high ground remains defined by prominent elevations like Pettis Peak, Wilson Mountain, and the long spine of Beaver Ridge. These uplands are crisscrossed by a network of forest roads such as Thorn Creek Road and Renfro Creek Road, serving the logging and recreational interests represented by sites like the Al Vanderpool Picnic Area.