2024 Map of Coffin Butte

About this map

Coffin Butte and Rattlesnake Butte rise from the high plains of Garfield County, anchoring a landscape shaped by the intermittent drainage of the Missouri River watershed. This modern 2024 survey captures the rural character of the region, where the terrain is marked by the winding courses of Middle Fork Lodgepole Creek and South Fork Lodgepole Creek. The isolated Wolf Cem provides a poignant connection to the early ranching families who settled this part of Montana, situated near the intersection of Benzein Rd and S Fork Lodgepole Rd. Evidence of water management in this arid environment is visible at the Steel Mule Reservoir, a critical resource for local livestock operations. The map reflects a sparsely populated area defined by large-scale grazing and the rhythmic topography of the northern plains.