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2011 Map of McKenzie Creek

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of McKenzie Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Crow Creek and McKenzie Creek carve through this portion of Powder River County, Montana, defining a landscape of drainage draws and prominent high ground. The terrain is characterized by numerous erosional features, from the Honeycomb Hills in the northeast to the Mud Buttes along the eastern edge. Local naming conventions reflect a history of ranching and land use, seen in labels like Sheepcamp Draw and Garden Draw.

Remote and primarily accessed by Crow Creek Rd, the area shows very little modern development, preserving the geographic layout of the drainage systems. Waterways such as North Cabin Creek and North Fork Horse Creek provide the primary structural framework for the quadrangle. For researchers, the map offers a clear view of the natural landmarks and relief features, including Pine Hill and Rough Draw, that have guided travel and settlement patterns in this corner of Montana.