2017 Map of Almo

About this map

Almo serves as the central hub for this portion of the Upper Raft River Valley, where the transition from high-desert valley floor to the dramatic formations of the City of Rocks National Reserve is meticulously documented. The terrain is characterized by massive granitic monoliths with evocative names like Elephant Rock, Steinfells Dome, and the Twin Sisters, which rise sharply from the landscape. To the north, the boundary of the Sawtooth National Forest encompasses Graham Peak, while the western edge of the map follows the high ridges of the Albion Mountains. This 2017 survey details a landscape where historical geography and geological features are inextricably linked, showing the proximity of the Raft River to the complex systems of canyons such as Heath Canyon and Emigrant Canyon. The placement of Register Rock and Pinnacle Pass highlights the topographical constraints that have shaped travel through this southern Idaho corridor for generations.