2011 Map of Dry Mountain

About this map

Pipestone Hot Springs and the surrounding high-altitude terrain define this 2011 survey of Jefferson County. The landscape is marked by a legacy of mountain ranching and resource extraction, evidenced by Gillespie Ranch, Caldwell Ranch, and the Easter Lily Mine located near the base of Dry Mountain. A distinct network of water management features, including the Paul-McArthur Ditch Number One and Pipestone Ditch, illustrates the engineering required to support high-desert agriculture and settlement in this part of Montana. Notable geological and recreational landmarks like Ringing Rocks and the Pipestone Campground serve as focal points for local geography, while infrastructure such as the State Highway Department Sandhouse highlights the logistical demands of maintaining routes through the mountain passes. The map traces the transition from traditional homesteads like Tippet Place to more contemporary developments such as McLeod Estates Rd.