2024 Map of Smith Creek

About this map

Juniper Mtn and Rough Mtn dominate this Owyhee County landscape, where an intricate network of drainages and springs defines the high-desert character of the region. The map highlights the seasonal water systems critical to local ranching and wildlife, including Star Reservoir and several named water sources such as Moonshine Spring and Buckaroo Spring. The topography transitions from the high points of Bear Creek Point down to Smith Meadow, providing a detailed view of the remote ranching infrastructure. Transportation in this area is characterized by primitive routes like the Grasshopper Jeep Trl, which navigates the complex terrain around Little Smith Creek. This survey offers essential detail for those studying the physical geography and land-use patterns in this corner of Idaho, where labels like Star Ranch Table and Bull Basin hint at the long history of livestock movement across the open range.