2020 Map of Ball Coulee

About this map

The Blaine and Phillips county line divides this landscape, a region defined by the drainage of Lone Tree Coulee and the prominent Judith River Ridge. This 2020 survey documents a ranching and rural landscape where family names are etched into the geography through landmarks and resting places. Small cemeteries are scattered across the terrain, including the Messerly, Kirkaldie, Chopwood, and Big Warm sites, providing significant points of interest for genealogical research. The map tracks the winding course of Big Warm Creek and Wild Horse Creek, while the local transportation network relies on rural routes such as Rte 11, Chopwood Road, and Luke Kirkaldie Road. The namesake Ball Coulee and the surrounding terrain represent the high plains character of north-central Montana.