2020 Map of Murphy Hot Springs

About this map

Murphy Hot Springs sits at the base of steep canyon walls where the E Fork Jarbidge River carves through the high desert of Owyhee County. This remote outpost is connected to the wider region by Three Creek Rd, which traverses the expansive Big Flat and edges the Inside Desert to the south. The landscape is defined by its water management and volcanic topography, featuring the Poison Cr Reservoir and the CCC Rock Pond, likely reflecting mid-century conservation efforts in this arid environment. Significant landmarks like Pence Butte and Horse Hill provide vertical relief against the plateau, while the Murphy Hot Springs Airport underscores the isolation of this settlement. Local history is etched into the terrain through named water sources such as Crawfish Spring and Poison Creek.