2017 Map of Saint Xavier

About this map

Saint Xavier serves as the focal point of this Big Horn County landscape, where the Bighorn River flows past intricate irrigation systems essential to local agriculture. The Big Horn Canal and Soap Cr Ditch reveal the deliberate management of water in this semi-arid region, supporting the valley's productivity. Cultural and family history centers on the Saint Xavier Catholic Mission Cem, a significant site reflecting the area's mission history and community roots. The terrain is defined by a series of distinct drainages such as Saint Xavier Coulee, Del Howe Coulee, and the curiously named East Dipping Vat Coulee, while the Mission Buttes rise to the east. These geological features, combined with local routes like Pryor Cutoff Rd and Good Luck Rd, illustrate a landscape shaped by both spiritual heritage and the practicalities of ranching and farming in the early 21st century.