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2024 Map of Thompson Peak

Name: 2024 Topographic Map of Thompson Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2024
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2024

About this map

The Snake River Range dominates this portion of the Targhee National Forest, where steep canyons and high peaks create a complex drainage system feeding into the valley floor. The settlements of Irwin and Swan Valley occupy the lower elevations along the western edge, positioned near Palisades Bench. This area is defined by its dramatic vertical relief, with Atkinson Peak and Baldy Mtn rising sharply above the winding corridors of Rainey Creek and Palisades Creek.

A network of specialized pathways, including the Lower Palisades Creek Trl and Thompson Peak Trl, provides access to remote alpine features such as Lower Palisades Lake and Upper Palisades Lake. These glacial lakes are tucked into deep basins beneath the surrounding summits. The map also documents numerous named canyons like Sawmill Canyon and Canary Canyon, reflecting a landscape historically utilized for timber and grazing, evidenced by features such as Deer Flat and Paradise Basin.