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Geologic Event / Southeast Idaho

Red Rock Pass

Red Rock Pass marks the outlet of ancient Lake Bonneville, whose catastrophic flood helped shape the Snake River landscape.

Category
Geologic Event
Era
Ancient Lake Bonneville
Coordinates
42.3544, -112.0498
Red Rock Pass historical marker
Historical marker photo from Idaho Transportation Department Historical Marker Hub.

Map

Map locations are for illustrative planning only. Check the original source records, posted signs, land ownership, closures, and current conditions before visiting.

Why It Matters

It is one of those quiet roadside places connected to an enormous geologic event.

Marker record title: Red Rock Pass.

Marker Number
171

Source: Idaho Transportation Department Historical Marker Hub. This page summarizes public marker data and adds editorial context.

Nearby records

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Primary source: Idaho Transportation Department Historical Marker Hub.

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