1972 Map of Bear Park SW

About this map

Lava flows dominate this stark corner of Idaho, creating an intricate landscape of volcanic features recorded during a 1971 aerial survey. The map document is defined almost entirely by these geological formations, illustrating the complex surface textures of the high desert. Stretching across the border of Minidoka Co and Blaine Co, the terrain offers a detailed study for those researching the natural history of the Snake River Plain before modern developments might have altered the visible topography. The lack of man-made structures or settlements highlights the isolation of this volcanic field during the early 1970s.