2014 Map of Grass Range NW

About this map

Black Butte dominates the northern skyline of this Montana landscape, rising sharply above the surrounding drainages of S Fork Bear Cr and Brickyard Cr. The topography reveals a transition from high, steep ridges to the more gradual slopes near Bell Ranch Colony in the south. This area is defined by its rural road network, which follows the natural contours of the land and provides access to isolated ranching operations. Tracing Black Butte Rd and Brickyard Creek Ln shows the sparse but deliberate settlement pattern typical of Fergus County. The inclusion of the Bell Ranch Colony provides a specific look at the presence of Hutterite communities in the region, while labels like Fords Cr and Box Elder Ln help pin down the precise hydrology and property access points during the early 21st century.