2001 Map of Mahogany Butte

About this map

Sawtooth National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape along the southern border of Idaho, where the terrain is defined by complex drainage systems and a series of prominent peaks and passes. The map documents an area where the Cassia Co Elko Co line meets the Idaho Nevada state boundary, a region characterized by remote water sources and rugged topography. Significant landmarks such as Mahogany Butte, Monument Peak, and Trout Creek Mountain serve as key navigational points for those traversing the backcountry. The naming of features like Dads Hump, South Tit, and Pine Tit reflects local vernacular, while numerous springs—including Whitey Davis Spring and the historically significant WPA Spring—indicate the critical role of water management in these high-desert uplands. Multiple 4WD trails and mountain passes like Deerhorn Pass and Trout Creek Pass trace the historic movement through this borderland.