In ArcMap, the Create Random Points tool creates a specified number of random point features. Random points can be generated in an extent window, inside polygon features, on point features, or along line features. For information on creating random values in an attribute table, reference Using Field Calculator: Create Random Values PM2082-09N.

This task sheet will demonstrate using the Create Random Points tool in ArcMap to create random points within a selected watershed, that could be used for sampling, modeling or analysis.