2015 Map of Sheep Mountain

About this map

Slim Buttes rise above the high plains of Harding County within the Custer National Forest, creating a landscape defined by significant elevation changes and seasonal water sources. The terrain is marked by prominent landforms such as Sheep Mtn and Willard Gap, with the northern reaches drained by Antelope Creek and its associated breaks. Numerous named springs, including Moonshine Spring, Batt Spring, and Fuller Spring, indicate the vital role of water points in this arid region of South Dakota. Human impact is sparse, primarily seen in the section-line roads like Marty Rd and the scattered drainages of Coal Gulch and Dry Creek. The map documents a rugged corner of the state where ranching and natural resource management intersect with the protected forest lands of the Great Plains.