2021 Map of Scenic

About this map

Scenic stands at a geological crossroads where the high mesas of the western plains meet the intricate erosion of the badlands. This area is characterized by high, flat-topped landforms known as tables, including Kube Table, Seventyone Table, and Hart Table, which drop sharply into the Scenic Basin. The settlement is closely bordered by the vast reaches of the Buffalo Gap National Grassland, with the southeastern corner of the map capturing the edge of Badlands National Park. The landscape is etched by drainage networks like Bear Creek, Spring Draw, and Farnum Draw, which have carved deep paths through the local topography. This map documents the area's rural character, centering on the small community and the Scenic Cem while illustrating the sparse, section-line road network that serves this part of Pennington County.