2014 Map of Wyola

About this map

Wyola and Spear anchor the eastern reaches of Big Horn County in this modern survey, where the Little Bighorn River carves through its namesake valley. The landscape is defined by a complex network of hydraulic engineering, including the Bozeman Trail Ditch and Sloan Ditch, reflecting the critical role of water management in this Montana prairie. To the west, the terrain rises sharply toward the Lodge Grass Canyon, with the winding course of Lodge Grass Cr and the descriptively named White Man Runs Him Cr dissecting the high ground. This topographic record illustrates the persistent ranching and agricultural character of the region, where rural life follows the contours of the Little Bighorn Valley. Local landmarks like Alligator Spring and the drainage of Buffalo Cr punctuate the vast open spaces between the small settlements.