2024 Map of Pike Creek Hills East

About this map

Pike Creek Hills and the surrounding high plains define this transition between Petroleum and Fergus Counties. The landscape is marked by the distinct drainage patterns of Flatwillow Creek and Little Wall Creek, which cut through the open terrain below Lamberts Bench. This area's geography is shaped by the township and range survey lines of Central Montana, showing a territory largely defined by its natural watercourses and few established routes like Upper Flatwillow Rd. The map illustrates the sparse settlement patterns typical of this region, where the land is primarily organized by large-scale topographic features rather than dense town centers. Researchers can observe the seasonal paths of Pike Creek as it winds toward the eastern boundary, reflecting the water-dependent nature of ranching and land use in this part of the state.