2020 Map of Basin

About this map

The high desert and mountain interface of Cassia County is anchored by the small settlement of Basin and the eastern edge of Oakley. This landscape is defined by its complex hydrology and the dramatic rise of the Albion Mountains in the east. Numerous drainages such as Summit Cr and Birch Cr descend from the heights, supporting local ranching and agriculture via works like the Summit Cr Ditch. Evidence of the region's geothermal activity is found at Warm Spring and Hot Spring, while the local heritage is preserved at the Basin Cem. The southeastern portion of the map transitions into the protected lands of the Sawtooth National Forest, where the terrain ascends toward Middle Mountain. Prominent geological landmarks like Camel Rock serve as distinctive waypoints in this territory of high ridges and winding creek beds.