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2020 Map of Island Park

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Island Park
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Island Park and the surrounding basin are defined by the unique geological forms of the Island Park Caldera and Henrys Fork Caldera. The landscape is dominated by the Targhee National Forest, where the complex hydrology of the Henrys Fork and the Buffalo River supports a network of recreational and industrial sites. Small settlements and specialized locations such as Trude and Big Springs anchor the area, reflecting a long-standing history of seasonal residence and timber activity.

Evidence of the region's historical infrastructure is visible in the persistent Railroad Right-Of-Way and various sidings like Trude Siding. These features, alongside the Big Springs Interpretive Trail and several developed camps like Buffalo CG, show how the transition from a rail-based economy to one of conservation and tourism has shaped this part of Fremont County. Local landmarks such as Coffee Pot Rapids and the Fransen Mill area further illustrate the area's ties to the water and forest.