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2017 Map of Basin

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Boulder River cuts a deep path through Jefferson County, anchoring the settlements of Basin and Bernice in this high-altitude landscape. Dominated by the Deerlodge National Forest, the terrain is defined by a dense network of gulches and peaks, including Rocker Peak and Jack Mtn. The transport corridors follow the natural topography, with Boulder River Rd and Frontage Rd tracing the river valley while more remote routes like Basin Creek Rd and Jack Creek Rd climb into the timbered interior.

Local history is preserved in the naming of landmarks like Indian Head Rock and the steep Basin Canyon. Smaller settlements and specialized clearings, such as Bison Cr and Klies Air Strip, appear alongside numerous tributary waters like Cataract Creek and Uncle Sam Gulch. This data represents the area's mid-century development and enduring reliance on the river system for access and community orientation.