1962 Map of The Seven Hermits

About this map

White River National Forest defines this high-altitude landscape south of Eagle, dominated by the massive formation known as The Seven Hermits. The terrain is shaped by a series of steep drainages and prominent peaks, including North Hardscrabble Mountain and the ominous Coffin Mountain. Water management is central to the area's utility, evidenced by a network of early engineering projects such as the Bemis Ditch, Gibson Ditch, and Peterson Ditch, alongside multiple mountain catchments like Mc Hatten Reservoir and Bear Gulch Reservoir. The map illustrates a landscape primarily used for resource extraction and range management, featuring isolated infrastructure like a Mine and an extensive network of Jeep Trails and the Abrams Trail. These routes navigate the complex ridges of Erickson Ridge and Slow Ridge, providing access to remote springs like Sawmill Gulch Spring and Third Gulch Spring.