2024 Map of Whiskey Coulee

About this map

The Phillips and Valley County line cuts vertically through this high plains landscape, a terrain defined by the complex drainage systems of the Larb Hills. The map shows a region of deep coulees and intermittent water sources, where names like Whiskey Coulee and North Shotgun Coulee reflect the local geography of the Missouri River breaks. Settlement is sparse, represented primarily by vital water points such as School Section Spring, Chandler Spring, and Fratiks Spring. These springs provided essential resources for the ranching operations that have long characterized this portion of North Central Montana. High points like Castle Butte provide clear landmarks above the intersecting draws of Castle Coulee and Plum Coulee. Transportation is limited to a few rugged routes, including Larb Hills Rd and the descriptively named Coal Mine Hill Rd, which hint at the region's historic land use and small-scale resource extraction.