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2013 Map of Inferno Cone

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Inferno Cone
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Craters of the Moon National Preserve dominates this central Idaho landscape, showcasing a remarkable concentration of volcanic features. The map illustrates the complex geomorphology of the area, where numerous volcanic vents like Inferno Cone and Big Cinder Butte rise above expansive basaltic plains. These structures are surrounded by varied lava formations, including the Blue Dragon Flow and Little Prairie Aa Flow, which reveal the recent geologic history of the Great Rift.

Beyond the prominent cones, the survey identifies several water sources critical to the arid environment, such as Big Sink Waterhole and Yellowjacket Waterhole. To the northwest, the terrain transitions into the Pioneer Mountains, where Little Cottonwood Cr and Little Cottonwood Springs provide a contrast to the volcanic barrens. Notable landmarks like the Indian Tunnel and the Devils Orchard highlight the unique accessible features of this volcanic wilderness, while roads like Loop Rd provide the primary corridor through the preserve.