2024 Map of Niobe

About this map

Niobe is the primary settlement on this North Dakota prairie landscape, situated along the Canadian Pacific rail line. This northern Ward County terrain is defined by its dramatic relief, where the flat upland agricultural fields are deeply incised by multiple drainage features including Ankenbauer Coulee, Niobe Coulee, and Taskers Coulee. These coulees direct water toward the eastern edge of the map into Upper Des Lacs Lake, which is protected as part of the Des Lacs National Wildlife Refuge. Regional heritage is centered on community institutions such as Bethany Lutheran Cem and Elmdale Lutheran Cem, which serve as landmarks for the surrounding rural sections. The map also highlights conservation efforts within the Ward County Waterfowl Production Area, reflecting the area's importance to the migratory bird corridor.