1966 Map of Thompson Peak

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Targhee National Forest dominates this 1960s landscape, where a dense network of drainages and high summits define the topography of eastern Idaho. The central drainage of Palisades Creek provides access to the backcountry, leading to Lower Palisades Lake and Upper Palisades Lake. Notable elevations such as Thompson Peak, Atkinson Peak, and Baldy Mtn tower over the canyons, while the Palisades Bench transition near the Swan Valley suggests a shift from high mountain terrain to the valley floor. Evidence of historic land use appears in the form of numerous named pack trails and the location of Hunts Corral in the northeastern quadrant. Strategic sites for outdoor activity are identified at the Palisades Creek Campground and a secluded Campground along the lake, while landmarks like Paradise Basin and Rocky Ridge further emphasize the complex geological character of the region.