2011 Map of Griffin Butte

About this map

Griffin Butte and the towering presence of Bald Mountain dominate this landscape just west of the Wood River Valley in the early twenty-first century. The area is defined by its hydrothermal features and recreational geography, notably where Warm Springs Creek winds past Guyer Hot Springs and Warfield Hot Spring. These thermal sites, long significant for their geothermal properties, are situated among a series of deep gulches including Adams, Moonlight, and Alturas. The map illustrates the contemporary footprint of local tourism and forestry management, featuring sites like the Warm Springs Campground and Cottonwood Campground. Along the eastern edge, the Big Wood River serves as the primary drainage, joined by smaller tributaries like Fox Creek and Dip Creek. Local landmarks such as Penny Lake and Dollar Lake sit near the developed corridors, reflecting the area's transition from early mining and ranching roots into a modern outdoor destination.