2013 Map of Sandrock Canyon

About this map

The Sawtooth National Forest dominates this section of the Black Pine Mountains in southern Idaho, where a complex network of drainages and seasonal water sources defines the landscape. Major geological features such as Sandrock Canyon and its North Fork cut through the high terrain, joined by others like Hutchey Canyon and Fisher Canyon. The distribution of named water sources, including Cottonwood Spring, Boosinger Spring, and Point Spring, indicates the critical points of hydration for livestock and wildlife in this arid environment. Transportation across the mountain range is limited to designated forest roads and canyon-floor routes like Keisaw Canyon Rd and 8 Mile Rd, reflecting the remote and difficult nature of the topography during the early 21st century.