2024 Map of Knowlton

About this map

Knowlton and the surrounding rangelands of Custer County are defined by a complex network of seasonal drainages and isolated landmarks. Central to this landscape is White Knob, a prominent topographic feature rising above the headwaters of White Knob Creek and Tub S Creek. The map documents a sparsely populated area where life and movement are dictated by the terrain, with small roads like N Nolton Rd and Rd 417 connecting remote ranching sites. Local history is anchored by the Knowlton Cem, which sits near the center of the township, serving as a quiet marker of the community's generational ties to this stretch of eastern Montana. The hydrology of the region is notably intricate, featuring various forks and prongs such as Long Prong Locate Creek and North Fork Horse Creek that carve through the high plains.