2011 Map of Sam George Hill

About this map

The Dry Fork Marias River winds across this northern Montana landscape, anchoring a region defined by extensive ranching and a grid-like network of rural roads. The settlement of Manson stands in the northeast, while namesake landmarks like Sam George Hill rise above the surrounding drainage basins. This 2011 survey captures the area's agricultural character, tracing the paths of named coulees such as Barber Coulee, Haatvedt Coulee, and DeBoer Coulee that etch the high plains. The map provides a precise record of local landholding and passage, identifying specific properties like Graham Ranch and MacLain Ranch. An intricate web of county roads, including Conrad Dupuyer Rd and Coalmine Rd, illustrates the connectivity required for these isolated ranching operations to function within the broader Pondera County economy.