2014 Map of Elkhorn Hot Springs

About this map

Elkhorn Hot Springs serves as a focal point for this high-elevation corner of the Beaverhead National Forest. The landscape is defined by the sharp rise of the Pioneer Mountains, where peaks like Alturas Number Two Mtn and Highboy Mtn tower over alpine basins. This area is characterized by a concentrated network of high-country lakes and creek systems, including Hopkins Lake and Dingley Lakes, which feed the drainages of Grasshopper Cr and Elkhorn Cr. Access to these remote reaches is facilitated by the Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway, connecting the lower Grasshopper Valley to recreation sites like Crystal Park. The map illustrates a complex topography of ridges and parks, such as Comet Ridge and Sheldon Park, reflecting the rugged character of southwestern Montana's mountain wilderness.