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2023 Map of Targhee Pass

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Targhee Pass
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Targhee Pass marks a critical crossing of the Continental Divide at the high-altitude junction of Idaho and Montana. The landscape is defined by the contrast between the high summits of the Henrys Lake Mountains, including Lionhead and Bald Peak, and the broad valley floors of Henry's Lake Flat. Human presence is concentrated near the southern edge at the settlement of Island Park and the nearby Henry's Lake Airport.

Tracing the boundary between Gallatin National Forest and Targhee National Forest, this survey details a complex network of backcountry routes such as the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail and Targhee Creek Trail. Water resources are abundant, ranging from the southern reaches of Hebgen Lake to the headwaters of Targhee Creek and Howard Creek. Local history is anchored by the Targhee Cem and evidence of local industry at the Gravel Pit.