Box Elder County, Utah
Box Elder County sits in the northwest corner of Utah, stretching along the borders of Nevada and Idaho. It’s the state’s fourth-largest county by area, with the Great Salt Lake covering much of its eastern edge.
The county played a major role in railroad history when the transcontinental railroad was completed here in 1869. Brigham City serves as the county seat. Nature lovers can explore the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge, where thousands of birds gather during their seasonal migrations.
September brings Peach Days, one of the county’s biggest celebrations. And if you’re visiting the area, a Bear Lake raspberry milkshake is hard to pass up. Box Elder County offers a mix of history, wildlife, scenic landscapes, and charming small-town communities.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Box Elder County |
| County Seat | Brigham City |
| Population | Approximately 63,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Brigham City, Tremonton, Perry, Willard, Garland, and Honeyville |
| Interstates and Highways | I-15, I-84, US-89, US-91, UT-13 |
| FIPS Code | 49-003 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 6,729 sq mi (Land: 5,746 sq mi; Water: 983 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Cache County (Northeast), Weber County (East), Davis County (Southeast), Tooele County (South), Elko County, Nevada (West), Cassia County, Idaho (Northwest), Oneida County, Idaho (North) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MT) |
| State | Utah |
| Coordinates | 41.6914° N, 113.0969° W |
| Etymology | Named after Box Elder trees found in the county |
| Major Landmarks | Great Salt Lake, Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge, Golden Spike National Historical Park |
