2017 Map of Twin Butte

About this map

Twin Butte rises as a central landmark within this portion of the Nez Perce National Forest, anchoring a landscape defined by high ridges and a dense network of drainage creeks. The topography is structured by several significant elevations, including Pettibone Ridge in the northwest and Elk Ridge to the east, which separate various watersheds. This 2017 survey details the complex hydrography of the region, where headwaters like Paradise Cr and Cub Cr carve through the steep terrain. The absence of primary roads or permanent settlements highlights the area's role as a managed wilderness and timber resource within Idaho County. Researchers can trace the path of numerous watercourses, such as Santa Cr and Wahoo Cr, as they descend from the northern reaches of the quadrangle toward Bear Cr and beyond.