2011 Map of Big Creek Ranch

About this map

Shoshone Basin occupies the center of this 2011 survey, where the convergence of Shoshone Creek and Big Creek defines a landscape of sparse ranching and seasonal waterways. The named Big Creek Ranch sits at the eastern edge of the quadrangle, serving as the primary human settlement in an area otherwise characterized by critical water sources like Bull Spring and John Spring. The road network is utilitarian, with Basin Rd and the Basin Cutoff Rd facilitating movement through the basin's drainage systems. The map captures a high-desert terrain shaped by various tributaries, including Cottonwood Creek, Langford Flat Creek, and Horse Creek, which flow toward the southern West Basin Draw. These features highlight the importance of water management and livestock grazing in this high-elevation Idaho environment.