2024 Map of Castle Butte

About this map

Castle Butte rises above the headwaters of several key drainage systems in Fergus County, including the north-flowing Casino Creek and Mill Creek. This landscape is defined by its network of watercourses and the canyons they carve, most notably Lyon Canyon in the southeast. Modern access points like the Cottonwood Trailhead Acc suggest a transition toward recreation in an area traditionally shaped by rural ranching and land management. The presence of established corridors like Single Pine Rd, Natal Rd, and Flower Hills Rd provides a clear view of the contemporary road network through these Montana highlands. Smaller tributaries such as Spring Branch and the winding Cottonwood Creek weave through the township boundaries of T14N R18E and T13N R18E, illustrating the complex topography that dictates movement and land use in this part of the state.