2011 Map of Darlington

About this map

The small settlements of Leslie and Darlington anchor this Custer County valley, where the agricultural landscape is defined by an intricate network of irrigation systems. The Big Lost River meanders through the northern section, feeding into the Darlington Sinks, while the human-engineered Blaine Canal and various waterways like the Three in One Ditch and Angelo Ditch distribute water across the valley floor. This reliance on water management is essential for the farms and ranches situated between the rising terrain of Leslie Butte and the deep recesses of Sheep Canyon and Berry Canyon. Genealogists and local historians will find the Darlington Cemetery clearly marked along Smith Rd, serving as a central landmark for the community. The map illustrates the transition from the riparian corridors of Antelope Creek to the surrounding canyons, reflecting the traditional livestock and farming heritage of this Idaho region.