2011 Map of Ragland Bench

About this map

Ragland Bench and Golf Bench dominate this high Montana landscape in Blaine County, where the topography is defined by broad, flat-topped landforms dissected by ephemeral drainages. The area is characterized by its isolation and its connection to the regional transport network via Ragland Ridge Rd and Cleveland Rd, which provide access through the open country. Water is a defining yet scarce element here, represented primarily by Bills Coulee, a seasonal channel that carves through the terrain. This 2011 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey captures the quiet, rural character of the Big Sky region, documenting the precise elevations and road alignments that serve the local ranching and agricultural community in this corner of the state.