2021 Map of Cedar Butte

About this map

Cedar Butte and its surrounding high plains landscape are defined by distinctive geological formations in Mellette County. This 2021 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey documents the sparse settlement patterns and drainage networks characteristic of the region, including the winding course of the N Br Pine Cr. Steep topographical features such as Devils Gate and The Devils Backbone provide natural landmarks in a terrain dominated by expansive sections of the Public Land Survey System. For those researching local family history, the Cedarbutte Cem remains a significant point of interest, situated north of the primary butte. The presence of Cedar Butte Rd provides the primary transit link through this rural area, connecting scattered homesteads and ranches to the wider landscape of South Dakota.