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1967 Map of Sun Valley

Name: 1967 Topographic Map of Sun Valley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Sun Valley and Ketchum appear at a pivotal moment of mid-century development in the late 1960s, framed by the rugged drainage of the Big Wood River and the high ridges of the Sawtooth National Forest. The map documents a fascinating transition between the region's industrial past and its growing resort identity. Extensive mining history is visible to the east, where the Triumph Mine, North Star Mine, and Independence Mine dot the gulches, complete with a Tailings Pond near the settlement of Triumph.

Simultaneously, the nascent recreation infrastructure is recorded through named peaks like Ruud Mountain, Proctor Mtn, and Dollar Mountain. The infrastructure supporting this growth is clearly marked, from the Union Pacific railroad line snaking through the valley to the Radio Tower and Sewage Disposal sites. Significant local terrain is captured in detail, including Uncle Johns Gulch and Morgan Ridge, providing a clear view of the landscape before more intensive modern expansion.