2017 Map of Stibnite

About this map

Stibnite and the nearby settlement of Midnight are the primary focal points of this 2017 survey, set deep in the mountainous divide between the Payette National Forest and Boise National Forest. The landscape is defined by the winding course of the E Fork S Fork Salmon River, which is paralleled by Stibnite Rd as it provides access to this isolated area. The presence of the Stibnite Airport underscores the logistical challenges of the terrain, where elevations rise sharply to landmarks like Cinnabar Peak and Sugar Mtn. Numerous drainages, including Garnet Cr and Fiddle Cr, carve through the high country, while the eastern edge is marked by the rugged Thunder Mtn Rd and the prominent Murphy Peak. The map provides a clear view of the complex land partitions and forest boundaries that govern this high-elevation wilderness.