2010 Map of Lava Hot Springs

About this map

Lava Hot Springs occupies a notable bend in the Portneuf River in this 2010 topographic record, where the river's path is closely paralleled by the historic E Old Oregon Trail Rd. This Idaho landscape is defined by its complex drainage network, where the river meets the Portneuf Marsh Valley Canal and is fed by numerous tributaries including Dempsey Creek and Beaverdam Creek. The settlement pattern follows the canyon floors and ridges, with family-named landmarks like Henderson Canyon, Jenkins Canyon, and Smith Canyon indicating the historical footprint of local ranching and land use. Genealogists will find the Lava Hot Springs Cemetery located just south of the town center. The map further documents vital water sources such as Chatterton Spring and Welcome Spring, alongside specialized access points like the Yago Creek Access Area in the south, reflecting the area's transition between agricultural utility and modern recreational use.