1972 Map of Pine Butte

About this map

Pine Butte and the surrounding high-desert landscape of eastern Idaho were documented in detail during this early 1970s survey. The terrain is defined by a series of prominent volcanic features and basaltic outcrops, including Threemile Knoll, Twitchells Knoll, and a distinctive Crater located near the namesake butte. The boundary between Clark and Fremont counties bisects the area, which at the time of the field check remained largely undeveloped. Human activity is evidenced by a network of ranching infrastructure, such as Blacks Well No. 2 and various Water Tanks. The isolated settlement of Bedstead Corner serves as a lone named landmark among the sagebrush and lava flows. This survey also records geological curiosities such as Caves and a complex system of trails and jeep trails used to navigate the high-elevation basin.