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2020 Map of Lookout Butte

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

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Henrys Fork Caldera and Island Park Caldera dominate this portion of eastern Idaho, showcasing the dramatic volcanic geography of the Targhee National Forest. The landscape is defined by the descent from Big Bend Ridge toward the Henrys Fork river, which cuts through the northeastern corner of the map near Sheep Falls. This area is heavily managed for transit and timber access, as evidenced by a complex network of forest roads and spurs, including Rattlesnake Rd and its many branches like Rattlesnake Spur 9 and Rattlesnake Spur 10.

High-altitude flats and deep drainages characterize the terrain, with Lookout Butte providing a prominent vantage point over the surrounding forest. The map records several distinct canyons, such as Kerr Canyon, Putney Canyon, and Anderson Mill Canyon, which suggest historical uses for timbering or livestock grazing. Toward the southeast, the terrain transitions toward more residential development near Marysville Hill and Grandview Ln.