2014 Map of Dry Lake

About this map

Milk River meanders through the northeast corner of this northern Montana landscape, where the high plains are carved by an intricate network of coulees. The topography is defined by the sweeping Chain of Lakes Coulee and smaller drainage features like Archie Coulee and Spring Coulee. These ephemeral watercourses illustrate the local drainage pattern toward the river valley, a critical factor for early homesteading and ranching in Hill County. Centrally located, Dry Lake sits near the head of Dry Lake Coulee, representing the seasonal water catchments characteristic of this region. The area is gridded by rural routes such as Kremlin High Grade Rd and Road 80 N, marking the enduring section-line infrastructure of the Big Sky country.