2011 Map of White Bird Hill

About this map

White Bird Hill Summit towers over a landscape defined by dramatic elevation changes and a complex network of ridges and drainage basins. This 2011 survey by the U. S. Geological Survey documents the intricate topography of north-central Idaho, where the White Bird Creek system is fed by numerous tributaries including the North Fork White Bird Creek and South Fork White Bird Creek. The naming conventions found on the map, such as Dentist Parlor Ridge, Poe Saddle, and Bentz Ridge, reflect a long history of local land use and geographic orientation. Access to the high ground is marked by roads like Old Hwy 95 and Service Flats Rd, which cut through areas such as Burnt Flats and Service Flats. This cartography provides a clear view of the transition from high summits to the more sheltered waters of Bull Run Cove.