2005 Map of Battleship Rock

About this map

Custer National Forest encompasses the central portion of this Harding County landscape, where the dramatic rising topography of the Slim Buttes breaks the surrounding plains. The map identifies several family holdings that define the local ranching economy, including the Olson Ranch, Helms Ranch, and Lermeny Ranch. Transportation through this varied terrain relies on primitive routes like Red Cross Road and North End Road, which navigate the gaps between sandstone formations. Notable landmarks such as the namesake Battleship Rock, Flag Rock, and Saddle Point serve as distinct navigational markers. A network of springs, including Lena Spring No 1 and Red Cross Spring, provides essential water sources in this arid environment, supporting both livestock and the State Experiment Farm and Antelope Reserve located in the southwest corner.