2024 Map of Bears Nest

About this map

Bears Nest serves as the central focal point of this high-plains landscape in Roosevelt County. The area is defined by a dendritic network of intermittent watercourses, including the westward-flowing Sage Creek and the meandering Assiniboine Creek. Elevation changes are subtle but significant, marked by features such as Smith Coulee and Boxelder Creek that cut through the terrain. Human presence is light and primarily represented by a grid of rural routes like Benrud Rd and Rd 2036, which follow the township and range lines typical of the Public Land Survey System. The location of Snell Spring provides a rare specific water source in this semi-arid environment, a critical landmark for local land use and ranching history in this corner of Montana.