1965 Map of Scurvy Mtn

About this map

Clearwater National Forest dominates this mid-1960s survey of the Idaho backcountry, revealing a landscape defined by sharp drainage divides and high ridges. The North Fork Clearwater River and Kelly Creek serve as the primary hydrologic arteries, carving deep through the Moose Creek Mountains. This era in the forest is characterized by remote access points, such as the Junction Creek Pack Bridge and various named trail routes that navigate the steep terrain between Twin Peaks and Scurvy Lookout Mtn. The map provides a detailed look at high-elevation landmarks like Paradise Meadows, Windy Bill Saddle, and Pony Flats, which reflect the localized naming conventions of foresters and early travelers. The presence of the Pack Trail system illustrates how these ridges were traversed before extensive modern road development reached this part of the Bitterroot range.