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2024 Map of Glenns Ferry

Name: 2024 Topographic Map of Glenns Ferry
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2024
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2024

About this map

Glenns Ferry serves as a focal point along the Snake River in Elmore County, where the desert plateau meets the river valley. The landscape is defined by the canyon rim and the agricultural infrastructure that supports it, most notably the King Hill Main Canal winding through the northern bluffs. Historically significant routes like Old Oregon Trail Rd parallel modern thoroughfares, marking the long-standing importance of this river crossing.

South of the city, Three Island State Park marks the site of a famous pioneer river crossing, while the rugged terrain to the south is cut by deep drainages like Deadman Canyon and Rosevear Gulch. These arid draws eventually lead to landmarks such as Deadman Falls and the open expanse of Deadman Flat. The local economy and community are represented by the Glenns Ferry Municipal Airport and the Glenn Rest Cem, which overlooks the river valley.