1971 Map of Harper Camp

About this map

Fort Peck Lake dominates the southern landscape of this 1971 survey, where the Missouri River forms the boundary between Valley and Garfield counties. Much of the shoreline and the broken breaks to the north are protected as part of the Charles M Russell National Wildlife Range. The terrain is characterized by high ridges and drainage systems, most notably Harper Ridge and the winding course of Carpenter Creek. Small, isolated landmarks like Grave, Little Snow, and Grizzly provide specific points of reference across the high ground. Evidence of local activity is sparse, concentrated at the Harper Camp settlement and a network of Jeep Trails that navigate the ridges and springs. This map captures the region after the completion of the dam changed the river valley into a massive reservoir, creating a complex shoreline of inlets and points.