2020 Map of Cottonwood Creek

About this map

The Yellowstone River and its tributary systems define the geography of this Yellowstone County landscape. A network of historical and modern transit routes, including the Yellowstone Trl and Old Montana Rd, navigate the complex terrain. The map details a transition from the river lowlands near Diversion Dam Rd to the higher elevations and drainages further south. Local naming conventions are evident in landmarks such as Petrified Tree Pass and Spring Coulee, reflecting the area's geological and pioneer history. Waterways like Cottonwood Creek and Pryor Creek carve through the land, supported by smaller runs such as Broken Leg Creek and Three Wolf Creek. The presence of numerous named trails, including White Buffalo Rd and Shooters Bluff Trl, suggests a modern residential overlay upon the traditional ranching and river-corridor landscape.