2024 Map of Deer Creek Buttes

About this map

The Deer Creek Buttes rise above a landscape defined by the intricate drainage systems of the Powder River basin in this remote section of southeastern Montana. Surveyed in the 2020s, the map reveals a terrain deeply etched by seasonal waterways including the North Fork Horse Creek, South Fork Horse Creek, and Poker Jim Creek. These watercourses create a complex network of draws and gulches, such as Wolf Draw and Poker Jim Gulch, which dictate the local topography. Human infrastructure is limited to the winding path of Powderville Rd in the northwest, suggesting a sparsely populated ranching or grazing region. The dominance of natural landmarks like Deer Creek and Stock Draw highlights the enduring character of this portion of Powder River County, where the land remains largely defined by its hydrology and landform features rather than dense settlement.