2011 Map of Fort Howes

About this map

Stag Rock Mountain and the prominent Stag Rock pillar overlook a landscape defined by an intricate network of ephemeral drainages and vital water sources in this part of Rosebud County. The map reveals a high concentration of named springs and small-scale water management projects, including Simon Reservoir, Coal Creek Reservoir, and the curiously named Doubtful Reservoir. These features, along with numerous numbered springs like Paget Spring Number One and Gate Creek Spring Number Two, trace the historical reliance on scattered water points for ranching and land use. Public access is centered at Cow Creek Campground, while the eastern portion is dominated by the winding course of Otter Creek and the notable Taylor Butte. This detailed inventory of springs and creek forks illustrates how water access dictated the naming and utility of the Montana high plains.