2024 Map of McLeod Basin

About this map

McLeod Basin serves as a central geographical marker in this high-elevation landscape, where the Boulder River and East Boulder River converge. The terrain is defined by the northern reaches of the Beartooth Mountains, characterized by features such as Coal Mine Rim and Natural Bridge Draw. Within the Gallatin National Forest, the map traces a network of irrigation systems including McLeod Ditch, Mason Ditch, and Craft Ditch, which redirect water from the river valleys to support the local foothills. Small settlements and specialized landmarks like Contact and the Boulder Bone Yard provide specific points of interest for local historians. High peaks such as Baker Mtn and Tepee Mtn tower over the drainage basins, while the Green Mountain Trl and Crooked Creek Trl offer paths through the timbered slopes.