1980 Map of Five Points

About this map

The Oglala National Grassland dominates this northwestern Nebraska landscape, characterized by its complex drainage network and ranching heritage. The terrain is defined by dramatic elevation changes, most notably at the landmark known as Five Points and the depths of Beans Canyon. These physical features dictated the placement of early 20th-century homesteads and ranching operations, as seen with the Licket Ranch and Piper Ranch, which were established near vital water sources like Licket Creek.