2020 Map of Fort Howes

About this map

Fort Howes serves as a focal point in this portion of the Custer National Forest, where the high plains of Rosebud County meet the rugged topography of the Powder River drainage. The landscape is defined by a sophisticated network of water management features, including the Dunning Reservoir, Simon Reservoir, and several numbered springs such as Paget Spring Number One. These water sources were vital for the ranching and resource management that shaped this part of Montana. Prominent landforms like Stag Rock Mtn and Taylor Butte rise above the drainage systems of Otter Cr and Paget Creek, providing natural landmarks that have long guided movement through the territory. The presence of the Fort Howes Comm Site indicates the area's continued importance for regional infrastructure and observation within the forest boundaries.