2023 Map of The Dip

About this map

The Dip provides a central reference point in this corner of Caribou County, where the southern reaches of the Chesterfield Range meet the volcanic geology of the Blackfoot Lava Field. The landscape is defined by its dramatic relief, featuring prominent elevations like Red Mtn and Little Crater alongside the rugged Corral Creek Ridge. Water sources are sparse but critical to the character of the terrain, including the isolated Indian Spring and drainage systems such as Corral Creek and Tenmile Creek. The map reveals a structured grid of rural infrastructure, with routes like Government Dam Rd, China Cap Rd, and Ten Mile Pass Rd navigating the complex topography between Lake Hollow and the surrounding peaks. This area serves as a primary example of how early land management and road networks were dictated by the specific volcanic and mountainous barriers of the Idaho landscape.