2012 Map of Gaff Creek

About this map

The Little Missouri River meanders across this high plains landscape at the Montana-Wyoming border, carving a path through a territory defined by remote ranching operations and complex drainages. Named family homesteads like Whitney Ranch, Harney Ranch, and Lobban Ranch anchor the map, illustrating the enduring cattle and sheep ranching culture of Carter County. The terrain is deeply textured by features such as Sawmill Draw and the prominent Government Canyon, which suggest the erosion patterns of this arid environment. Transportation is limited to rugged routes like Bariod Rd and Government Canyon Rd, which follow the natural contours of the land between water sources like Holben Cr and Gaff Cr. This survey captures the isolated character of the region as it remained in the early 21st century, where land use is dictated by the availability of water and the accessibility of the draws.