2017 Map of Squaretop Butte

About this map

The Little Missouri National Grassland dominates this landscape on the border of McKenzie and Billings Counties. This 2017 survey reveals a complex network of geological formations and drainage patterns typical of the North Dakota badlands. Prominent landmarks such as Big Top Mesa, Tower Butte, and the namesake Squaretop Butte rise above the surrounding terrain. The intricate hydrology of the region is traced by Magpie Cr, Sand Cr, and Whitetail Cr, which carve through the land creating features like Anderson Coulee and Scairt Woman Draw. The map documents the sparse infrastructure of this area, showing only a few established routes such as Magpie Rd and the trail through Goats Pass, emphasizing the open, undeveloped character of the national grassland.