2013 Map of Blue Hill

About this map

Goose Creek defines the central drainage of this landscape as it flows between the high peaks of the Goose Creek Mountains and the eastern boundaries of the Sawtooth National Forest. The map centers on the small settlement of Blue Hill, a node in a network of remote ranching and forest service roads. This 2013 survey illustrates a high-desert environment where water sources are critical landmarks, identified by several named springs including Coal Banks Spring, Sand Spring, and Horseshoe Spring. The terrain is deeply incised by canyons and gulches, such as Big Canyon and Cave Gulch, which likely dictated the placement of historic routes like the Double Diamond Ranch Road. These geographic features reflect the long-standing ranching traditions and land management patterns of Cassia County.