1993 Map of Stagville Draw

About this map

Custer National Forest dominates this section of Carter County, characterized by the prominent high ground of the Chalk Buttes and the deeply incised drainages of the Montana plains. The map illustrates a landscape of working rangeland and protected timber, where private holdings like Pierce Ranch and Peabody Ranch sit alongside public lands. This era of land management is evidenced by the network of service roads and the Pipeline corridor that cuts across the southwestern corner. Water sources are critical identifiers in this arid environment, ranging from named seasonal flows like Dead Horse Draw and Little Beaver Creek to essential points like Stagville Spring and Thompson Spring. The inclusion of Ekalaka Park and various established trails reflects the area's dual role as both a remote agricultural zone and a recreational resource within the national forest system.