2011 Map of Smith Creek Butte

About this map

Smith Creek Butte Lookout stands as a prominent vantage point overlooking a landscape defined by significant geological transitions and forest service infrastructure. This 2011 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey documents the complex hydrology and terrain near the Muddy River, including the dramatic Muddy River Gorge and the sharp descent of Lava Canyon. The presence of the Jackpine Shelter and the network of forest roads, such as Nat For Dev RD 8320, indicates a region managed for public land use and backcountry access. The drainage patterns are clearly defined by Clearwater Creek, Bean Creek, and Pine Creek, which carve through the high-elevation terrain near Ape Canyon. This map provides a detailed view of the natural features and small-scale human improvements, such as Crane Lake, within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest area.