1967 Map of Half Moon Hill

About this map

Monument Hill (Rosebud Battlefield) dominates the northwestern corner of this landscape, marking a site of immense historical significance within Big Horn County. This 1967 survey, with revisions from 1976, captures the open, drainage-heavy terrain of southeastern Montana defined by the winding course of Rosebud Creek. The presence of the Buffalo Jump near the creek suggests a long history of indigenous land use, predating the 19th-century military history associated with the area. Settlement is sparse, represented by the isolated Big Bend Sch and scattered wells. The map detail highlights an intricate network of seasonal waterways, including Leaf Rock Creek and the forks of Monument Creek, which carve through the high ground of Half Moon Hill and Eagle Nest Peak. This record preserves the rural character of the region before modern development, focusing on the natural landmarks and small-scale ranching infrastructure that sustained early inhabitants.