1969 Map of Thor Mountain

About this map

The St Joe River meanders through the heart of the St Joe National Forest, carving a deep valley beneath the high points of Shoshone County. In the late 1960s, this landscape was defined by its remote wilderness character and a network of primitive access routes, including numerous instances of a Pack Trail and a Jeep Trail traversing the steep drainages. Recreation is centered at the Tin Can Flat Campground, connected via a Footbridge over the river. The topography is marked by significant peaks and ridges like Thor Mountain and the prominent Bluff Divide. Local place names reflect a history of prospecting and resource exploration, with features such as Prospector Ridge, Nugget Hill, and Hardpan Point suggesting the area's mineral interests and the physical challenges of the terrain.