2024 Map of Iliad

About this map

Iliad serves as a focal point for this rural landscape in Chouteau County, where the plains of north-central Montana begin their descent toward the river. The topography is defined by significant landforms like Eightmile Bench and the drainages of Chip Creek and Clinard Coulee. A portion of the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument occupies the southwestern corner, preserving the distinctively eroded breaks that characterize this reach of the Missouri River valley. The road network, including Judith Landing Rd and Jappe Trl, reflects the long-standing ranching and transit patterns of the region, connecting isolated settlements to the historical river crossings that once served as vital trade arteries for the Montana territory.