2024 Map of Buckhorn Canyon

About this map

Sawtooth National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape in Cassia County, where the terrain is defined by deep drainage networks and high ridgelines like Cottonwood Ridge. This modern survey illustrates the rugged interface between protected forest lands and ranching history, noting specific locations like Garrard Ranch and Iversons on the eastern edge. A complex system of canyons, including Buckhorn Canyon and Big Cedar Canyon, directs the flow of seasonal and perennial waters such as Mountain Meadow Creek and Big Cottonwood Creek. Vital water sources for livestock and wildlife are marked throughout the hills, including Whiskey Spring, Buckhorn Spring, and Tub Spring. The network of backroads and paths like the Big Cottonwood Trl and Cave Canyon Trl provides a detailed look at how this part of Idaho remains accessible for recreation and land management today.