2014 Map of Fig Mountain

About this map

Fig Mtn and the surrounding Garfield County badlands define this landscape of high plains and deeply incised drainages. The area is characterized by isolated geological formations such as the Black Buttes and the prominent Joe Ott Butte, which stand as landmarks above a network of seasonal watercourses. Large-scale ranching and land management are evident through the township and range survey lines, with narrow tracks like Lacosta Rd and Sand Arroyo Dr providing the few corridors of access through the territory. The complex hydrology of the region is traced through the winding paths of Sand Creek, Basin Cr, and Tepee Cr, which cut through the dry terrain. The presence of Harston Coulee in the northwest corner suggests the erosional forces that have shaped this portion of the Montana interior, where water management and topographical navigation remain central to local life.