2011 Map of Square Butte

About this map

Square Butte rises above the drainage of Fisher Run and Garner Creek in this portion of Golden Valley County, illustrating the modern rural landscape of western North Dakota. The area's resource-based economy is evidenced by the Square Butte Oil Field in the northeast and established agricultural outposts like Wilson Ranch and Olstad Ranch. The topographic detail shows a network of named roads, including S Square Butte Rd and Garner Creek Rd, which navigate the terrain of the Badlands fringe. Recreational use of the land is noted at Sully Water Hole Campground, situated near the headwaters of seasonal watercourses. This survey provides a precise look at the sparse but significant human footprint in the region, from ranching operations to energy infrastructure, centered around the prominent geological feature of the butte itself.