1997 Map of Schafer SE

About this map

Little Missouri National Grassland encompasses much of this territory in McKenzie County, defined by the erosion-carved breaks and draws of the North Fork. The landscape reflects a mix of preservation and local industry, where Scoria Pits are etched into the terrain near prominent high points like Blue Butte. A sense of the area's pioneer history is preserved at Trinity Cem, a lonely landmark in a region primarily dedicated to ranching and resource management. Natural water sources are scarce across these highlands, though Demicks Lake and various unnamed Springs provide critical collection points. The presence of a significant Pipeline cutting across the northwest corner illustrates the modern infrastructure layered over this traditional grazing land during the late twentieth century.