2012 Map of Rattlesnake Lake SE

About this map

The Cheyenne River winds through this expansive landscape of the Cheyenne River Indian Reservation, carving a wide valley that includes White Thunder Bottom and the White Thunder Ranch. The terrain is defined by a series of significant drainage systems, including Swan Draw, Eagle Chasing Draw, and Curtis Draw, which reveal the complex hydrology of the western South Dakota plains. To the north, the settlement of Cherry Creek sits near the confluence of Cherry Cr and the main river, serving as a focal point for the region's limited road network, which includes Bia HWY 8 and Bia HWY 6. Further south, the landscape is marked by the unique Staben Strip and named water sources like Beerwagon Spring, illustrating the importance of specific landmarks and water access in this sparsely populated prairie environment.