2020 Map of Fanny Hill

About this map

Fanny Hill and the drainage systems of north-central Montana define this Phillips County landscape as surveyed in 2020. The terrain is deeply inscribed by seasonal waterways and dramatic elevation shifts, most notably at Austin Coulee in the northeast and the meandering course of the Milk River along the eastern margin. This map documents a sparsely populated ranching region where movement is dictated by a few critical arteries, including Fanning Hill Rd and Cottonwood Rd. The hydrography is particularly detailed, showing the convergence of Little Cottonwood Cr, Garland Cr, and Cottonwood Cr. These features illustrate the complex topographical character of the Missouri River watershed, where high ridges like Fanny Hill overlook the broad coulees and creek beds that have supported grazing and land use for generations.