2017 Map of Dead Indian Meadows

About this map

Shoshone National Forest encompasses this high-elevation landscape within the Absaroka Range, where high mountain peaks and intricate trail networks define the terrain. The central namesake, Dead Indian Meadows, serves as a focal point for several backcountry routes, including the Dead Indian Creek Trail and the Morning Creek Trail. This 2017 survey details the complex drainage systems of the region, where water sources like Bear Springs and Spout Springs feed into high-altitude creeks such as Morning Cr and Elk Cr. Notable topographic landmarks like Dead Indian Pass, Pat O'Hara Peak, and Dead Indian Hill dominate the eastern boundary, illustrating the dramatic elevation changes that characterize this wilderness area. The map provides a precise look at the historic corridors used for travel through the mountains long before modern infrastructure reached these heights.