2024 Map of Charlson

About this map

Little Missouri National Grassland dominates the northern reaches of this McKenzie County landscape, where the rugged breaks meet the expansive waters of Lake Sakakawea. The topography is defined by the incision of Little Antelope Creek and Antelope Creek as they drain toward the Missouri River valley. The small settlement of Charlson serves as a local point of reference in an area otherwise characterized by section lines and remote ranching infrastructure. Cultural history is anchored by the presence of Antelope Cem and Riverside Cem, which offer significant value for genealogists tracing early families in this part of North Dakota. These sites, along with features like Phelps Bay, illustrate the intersection of the natural badlands environment with the modern shoreline created by regional water management.