2011 Map of Vermilion Peak

About this map

Indian Hill Lookout stands as a primary landmark in this drainage-heavy landscape of Idaho County, marking a high point at the terminus of Indian Hill Rd. The terrain is defined by a dense network of high-elevation ridges and watercourses, including the notable Copper Ridge and prominent summits such as Vermilion Peak and Copper Butte. This 2011 survey documents a wilderness environment where numerous named creeks, such as No Business Creek, Disgrace Creek, and Buck Lake Creek, carve through the landscape between named vantage points like Prospect Point and Sparrow Point. The mapping shows the intricate relationship between high saddles, like Drake Saddle, and the headwaters of the regional stream system, providing a precise record of the area's complex topography before any modern infrastructure development beyond the single forest access road.