2024 Map of North Killdeer Mountain

About this map

North Killdeer Mountain anchors this portion of Dunn County, providing a high vantage point over the complex drainage systems of the North Dakota badlands. The northern boundary is defined by the Little Missouri River, which flows through a landscape carved by deep incisions such as Cedar Coulee and the extensive Big Gulch. This modern survey reveals a sparsely populated terrain where the grid of the Public Land Survey System meets a network of local routes like 10th St NW and 114th Ave NW. These roads navigate around prominent landmarks like Round Top to reach isolated reaches of the backcountry. Waterways including Bear Creek and Chase Creek highlight the importance of seasonal drainage in this arid region, illustrating the geological character of the Killdeer Mountains and their relationship to the larger river system.