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1989 Map of Talache

Name: 1989 Topographic Map of Talache
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1989
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1989

About this map

The western shores of Lake Pend Oreille define this late-1980s look at the rugged mining and timber country within the Kaniksu National Forest. Evidence of the region’s mineral history is prominent, centered on the Garfield (Midas) Gold Coin Mine at Garfield Bay and various prospects found along Gold Mountain and Bimetallic Ridge. The small settlement of Talache and the adjacent Talache Landing mark the site of historical lakefront activity near the mouth of Talache Creek.

Deeply recessed bays and small mountain lakes like Mirror Lake and Gamble Lake punctuate the steep terrain of Grouse Mountain. The presence of the Newman Sch and a local Cem indicate established community life tucked between the forest and the water, while several specialized facilities such as Camp Stidwell and a lakeside landing strip show the area's development for recreation and transport during the late 20th century.