2017 Map of Shefoot Mountain

About this map

The St. Joe National Forest dominates this mountain landscape, characterized by the historical legacy of the transcontinental rail industry and early 20th-century transportation routes. The prominent Hiawatha Rail Trail follows the path of the Old Milwaukee Road RR Grade, winding through steep terrain near the settlements of Pearson and Falcon. This area of Shoshone County is defined by high ridgelines and named peaks including Shefoot Mtn and Nelson Peak, while drainages like Lucky Swede Gulch and Coddington Gulch hint at the region's prospecting and mining heritage. The map details a complex network of recreational and historic paths, such as the Nelson Ridge NRT and Telchpah Creek NRT, which provide access to remote landmarks like Tanglefoot Point and Big Dick Point.