2017 Map of Clanton Coulee

About this map

Goose Island Pond and the surrounding marshlands of the Drumbo Unit dominate the northern reaches of this landscape in Phillips County. The terrain is defined by its drainage patterns, where significant seasonal watercourses have carved out prominent landmarks such as Clanton Coulee and LeNoir Coulee. These features represent the characteristic high-plains topography of eastern Montana, where water management is critical as evidenced by the LeNoir Reservoir tucked into the eastern boundary. The layout of the land is further organized by a network of rural routes, including Bowdoin Rd and E Strater Rd, which follow the township and range lines established by the Public Land Survey System. These roads provide the primary access to the isolated coulees like Gonzales Coulee in the southwest, anchoring the sparse human footprint within the larger natural environment of t30n r31e.