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2017 Map of Aldrich Basin

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Aldrich Basin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Carter Mtn dominates this high-elevation landscape within the Shoshone National Forest, where the terrain drops sharply into the eponymous Aldrich Basin. The map documents a complex drainage system defining the eastern Absaroka range, characterized by the headwaters of Aldrich Cr, Crane Cr, and the Little Boulder Cr.

Backcountry access is marked by established routes including the Aldrich Cr Trail and Piney Creek Trail, which navigate the steep gradients near Piney Pass. These trails follow natural corridors that have long served as primary transit points through the forest. The presence of numerous named seasonal drainages like Warhouse Cr and Betty Creek illustrates the intricate watershed patterns that have shaped land use and conservation efforts in this part of Park County.