2014 Map of Harper Coulee

About this map

Klein serves as the primary point of settlement in this northern Musselshell County landscape, where the terrain is defined by an intricate network of drainages and coulees. The map details the winding course of Hay Coulee and Harper Coulee, which cut through the high plains topography toward the north and west. Water resources in this arid cattle-country environment are marked by features like Thompsons Water Hole, a vital landmark for local land use and ranching history. The drainage patterns of Goulding Cr and Halfbreed Cr further illustrate the watershed's complexity, providing a clear view of the natural corridors that have influenced movement and settlement in this portion of Montana since the early ranching era.