2023 Map of Cartwright Canyon

About this map

Boise National Forest encompasses the southeastern portion of this landscape, where the rugged terrain of the Boise Front transitions into deep drainages. The map highlights the interface between modern development at Avimor and the traditional ranching and recreational lands of the foothills. Distinctive landmarks such as Bread Loaf Rock and the Summit Ridge Ranch Airstrip characterize the high ground along Summit Ridge, while a complex network of waterways, including Cartwright Creek and Shafer Creek, carve through the canyons. This area has evolved into a significant outdoor destination, evidenced by the inclusion of several recreation paths like the Stack Rock Trl and Mr. Big Trl. The boundary between Boise and Ada counties cuts across the southwestern corner, following the ridge lines that separate these two growing Idaho regions.