1978 Map of Wild Bill Flat East

About this map

The Judith River winds through this Fergus County landscape, carving a deep corridor between the high, level benches of Wild Bill Flat and Whitaker Flat. This 1970s survey captures a territory defined by its complex drainage network, where numerous coulees—including Bear Coulee, Gilkey Coulee, and Threemile Coulee—descend from the surrounding breaks to meet the river. The presence of Landing Strips and a remote Landing Strip suggests the logistical realities of managing such large, isolated ranching tracts. Water remains the primary focal point of the area's geography, evidenced by features like Bear Springs, Plum Creek, and the long reach of Box Elder Creek, which together illustrate the vital importance of natural springs and seasonal flows in this semi-arid Montana environment.