2014 Map of Padlock Ranch

About this map

Padlock Ranch serves as the namesake hub of this cattle-ranching landscape in Big Horn County, where the terrain is defined by a dense network of intermittent drainages. The landscape rises toward prominent landmarks like Gracy Butte and the Red Hills, while water resources are meticulously mapped through numerous named draws and creeks. The hydrology of the region is centered on the winding course of Tullock Cr, which is fed by tributaries including Big Meadow Cr, Plum Cr, and the uniquely named Lazy Man Cr. Movement through this area in the early 21st century relied on corridors such as MT-384 and Stullock RD, which connect these remote rangelands. This map provides a detailed view of the township and range system at the intersection of several boundaries, including t1n r35e and t1n r36e, capturing the spatial organization of Montana's eastern ranching country.