2020 Map of Bear Park SW

About this map

Craters of the Moon National Preserve dominates this section of the Snake River Plain, where the landscape is defined by the stark intersection of volcanic geology and legal boundaries. The map illustrates the desolate character of the region, focusing on the high desert terrain at the border of Minidoka and Blaine counties. Within the preserve, the lack of traditional roads or settlements reflects the protected and unforgiving nature of the lava fields. The survey provides a clear view of the Public Land Survey System grid, specifically identifying the transition between townships such as t3s r25e, t4s r25e, and t5s r25e. This 2020 layout serves as a record of modern land management in one of Idaho's most distinctive geologic wilderness areas, where township lines are often the only markers across the open volcanic flats.