2010 Map of Mule Butte

About this map

Mule Butte serves as the central landmark for this high-desert portion of Blaine County, where the topography is defined by ancient volcanic activity. The landscape is characterized by its sparse infrastructure, dominated by long-distance tracks such as the Minidoka To Arco Rd. This route represents a historically significant corridor through the Idaho desert, connecting distant settlements across a terrain of lava flows and sagebrush. The presence of Bear Trap Lava Tube Rd in the southeastern corner points to the area's subterranean geological features, which have long been points of interest for local explorers and geologists alike. The map captures a moment in 2010 where the vast, open character of the region remains largely undisturbed by modern development, preserving the primitive road network used by ranchers and backcountry travelers.