2020 Map of Spencer Point

About this map

Larb Hills rise above a landscape defined by an intricate network of drainages and high points along the Phillips and Valley County line. This modern survey illustrates the complex topography of the high plains, where water has carved out numerous coulees including Dead Horse Coulee, McNab Coulee, and Lost Coulee. The map tracks the passage of Larb Creek and its tributaries, such as Third Creek and Fourth Creek, through this remote ranching and grazing country. Transportation in this corner of Montana is limited to local routes like Larb Creek Road and Harb Trail, which navigate the high ground near Spencer Point and Pack Rat Coulee. The distribution of these roads and the naming of specific landmarks suggest a history of careful navigation through the breaks and hills that separate the various creek basins.