2020 Map of Three Forks

About this map

Three Forks sits at a high-elevation drainage confluence in the southwest corner of Idaho, where the high desert plateau is carved by an intricate network of seasonal creeks. The landscape is defined by the hydrologic importance of isolated water sources like Watchabob Springs, Three Forks Summit Springs, and Chicken Spring, which likely served as critical landmarks for early travel and livestock. These springs are connected by a network of historic tracks and Bureau of Indian Affairs routes, including 211 Bia and 210 Bia. The presence of grazing-related place names such as Indian Hay Meadows and Three Forks Meadow suggests a history of ranching and forage in this arid environment. Significant drainage systems like Marys Cr, Miller Cr, and Bell Cr cut through the terrain, leading toward the Mud Flats and Harris Lake in the north, illustrating the complex watershed of Owyhee County.