1988 Map of Dailey Lake

About this map

Paradise Valley serves as the topographic centerpiece of this late 1980s study, where the Yellowstone River Valley cuts a deep corridor between the high ridges of the Gallatin National Forest. The map documents a rural Montana landscape defined by its ranching and riverside infrastructure, including a prominent Levee and several Gravel Pits. Local history is anchored by the community of Pray and the nearby Emigrant Cem, while the former rail presence is clearly visible along the Old Railroad Grade that parallels the river. Of particular note is the Dailey (Site), marking a former settlement location near the riverbank, and the recreational draw of Dailey Lake to the south. Small drainages like Fridley Creek and Sixmile Creek feed into the valley, illustrating the complex watershed that supports the valley's settlement patterns.