1965 Map of Scurvy Mtn.

About this map

Clearwater National Forest dominates this mid-century topographic study, revealing a landscape defined by sharp elevation shifts and an extensive network of waterways and pack trails. The Clearwater River cuts through the northwest corner, joined by the winding Kelly Creek, which serves as a central drainage artery for the surrounding Moose Mountains. This era of management by the U.S. Forest Service is evidenced by the focus on fire observation and back-country access, highlighted by the Scurvy Mtn Lookout and the Junction Creek Pack Bridge. High-altitude features like Scurvy Saddle, Windy Bill Saddle, and Paradise Meadows suggest the seasonal routes used by foresters and early recreationists. The mapping of Pony Flats and Switchback Hill underscores the difficulty of navigating this terrain before modern road development.