2011 Map of Roosevelt Creek West

About this map

Cooks Peak stands as a prominent landmark in this landscape defined by the drainage systems of the Little Missouri River basin. The area is characterized by a network of seasonal and perennial waterways, including the winding course of Roosevelt Creek and its namesake Bell Lake Creek. The 2011 survey reveals a sparse human footprint, primarily consisting of primitive and forest service roads that navigate the complex topography of the Badlands. Vital local routes like Belle Lake Rd and Beaver Creek Rd provide the main access points through this remote section of Billings County. This map documents a quiet period in the region's geography, tracing the paths of Dry Creek and Ellison Creek as they cut through the terrain toward the larger river valley, offering a detailed look at the natural drainage patterns that have shaped the territory.