2013 Map of Vermilion Peak

About this map

Indian Hill Lookout stands as a sentinel over this section of the Nez Perce National Forest, marking a high point in a landscape defined by sharp elevation changes and numerous watercourses. The topography is anchored by a series of prominent summits including Vermilion Peak, Copper Butte, and Little Copper Butte, which are connected by high-altitude features like Highline Ridge and Copper Ridge. These peaks separate the drainage basins for a complex network of streams, notably Meadow Creek and its southern tributaries. The drainage patterns revealed here, including No Business Cr and Disgrace Cr, indicate a heavily dissected terrain where deep valleys meet narrow ridges. This 2013 survey provides a detailed record of the forest's topographic structure, essential for understanding the remote watersheds that feed into the larger Idaho river systems.