2020 Map of Elkhorn Hot Springs

About this map

Elkhorn Hot Springs serves as a focal point for this high-elevation landscape within the Beaverhead National Forest, where geothermal features meet the steep drainages of the Pioneer Mountains. The settlement pattern is defined by the Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway, which provides access to recreational landmarks like Crystal Park and the slopes of Maverick Mountain. Throughout the Grasshopper Valley, numerous creeks such as Grasshopper Cr and Shale Cr carve through the terrain, while the heights are punctuated by prominent peaks including Saddleback Mtn and Comet Mtn. The map preserves the names of numerous mountain lakes, from Dingley Lakes to the remote Sawtooth Lake, illustrating the complex glacial topography of the region. Local names like Saint Louis Gulch and Sheldon Park suggest a history of early prospectors and ranchers who navigated these rugged mountain corridors.