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1992 Map of Sun Valley

Name: 1992 Topographic Map of Sun Valley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1993
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1993

About this map

Sun Valley and the surrounding high-altitude landscapes of central Idaho are detailed in this early 1990s study, which highlights the region's evolution from a mining frontier to a premier recreation destination. The settlement pattern follows the Big Wood River valley, connecting the population centers of Hailey, Ketchum, and the resort community of Elkhorn. The industrial legacy of the area is still evident through the location of the Triumph Mine and Phi Kappa Mines, while the infrastructure for modern access is marked by Friedman Memorial Airport and smaller strips like Smiley Creek Airport.

The vast protected lands of the Sawtooth National Recreation Area and multiple national forests dominate the topography. High peaks such as Hyndman Peak and Castle Peak tower over alpine waters like Alturas Lake and Redfish Lake. The map captures the interface between the valley's developed corridors and the wilderness of the Sawtooth Range and Smoky Mountains during a period of significant growth.