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1979 Map of Whitewater Ranch

USGS Topo · Published 1987

About this map

The Salmon River carves a deep path through this remote stretch of Idaho, serving as a boundary between several wilderness designations including the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness and the Nez Perce National Forest. Life in this backcountry terrain is centered on the river bars and isolated homesteads, such as the Whitewater Ranch and Mallard Creek Ranch. The river itself is defined by its navigation challenges, with Big Mallard Rapids and Elkhorn Rapids marking significant points along the waterway. Access to the area is limited primarily to a network of trails, including several segments of Pack Trail, and a Landing Strip near the northern border. Cultural markers are few but significant, such as a solitary Grave located near Richardson Bar, reflecting the solitary and sometimes perilous nature of life along the Salmon during this era.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1979
Date Published1987
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain