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2014 Map of Bear Butte

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Bear Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Little Missouri National Grassland dominates the southern reaches of this McKenzie County landscape, where the rugged topography of western North Dakota is defined by drainages and high points. The terrain is marked by the prominent Bear Butte, standing as a significant landmark amidst a network of seasonal watercourses including Antelope Creek, Cherry Creek, and Red Wing Creek.

For those tracing local history or family roots, the map identifies specific points of interest such as the Spring Grove Cemetery and Red Wing Cemetery. The grid of section roads, including 18th St NW and 140th Ave NW, provides a framework for understanding the sparse settlement patterns of this prairie region. Features like Docs Draw further illustrate the natural erosion patterns and landform names used by local ranchers and residents in this part of the Badlands.