2011 Map of White Monument

About this map

Hells Canyon Dam stands as the primary industrial anchor along the Snake River corridor, marking the dramatic elevation changes that characterize this Idaho-Oregon border region. This 2011 survey reveals a landscape shaped by historical extraction and modern recreation, where mining legacies like the Red Ledge Mine and South Peacock Mine dot the steep drainages east of the river. The settlement pattern is defined by riverfront locations such as Fishers Bar, Eagle Bar, and Big Bar, which contrast with the higher ridges of Haley Ridge and Tussel Ridge. Geologists and researchers can trace the intricate network of gulches and creeks, from Schoolmam Gulch to Deep Creek, while recreationists find established sites like Dove Creek Campground and Vermillion Bar Campground serving the river-access points.