2020 Map of Burnett Creek

About this map

Rock Creek Canyon and a series of dramatic coulees define this corner of Valley County, where the high plains of Northern Montana meet intricate drainage systems. The landscape is shaped by the erosive forces of Burnett Cr, Willow Cr, and Chisholm Cr, which have carved deep features like Badland Coulee and Big Coulee into the terrain. Human presence is sparse, oriented primarily around the livestock economy as evidenced by the Hinsdale Livestock Rd and Rock Creek Rd. Water management in this semi-arid environment is highlighted by the Desert Claim Reservoir, while the Rock Creek TRL suggests a continuing tradition of movement through the breaks and coulees. This contemporary survey captures the remote character of the region, where named landmarks often refer to the rugged topography rather than built settlements.