Powder River County, Montana
In the southeastern corner of Montana, Powder River County is about as wild and rugged as it gets. Broadus is the county seat and sits along Highway 212.
This is cowboy country, pure and simple. The landscape is a mix of rolling prairies and steep badlands, carved by the Powder River and its tributaries.
You won’t find fancy restaurants or shopping malls here. What you will find is some of the best hunting in the state. The annual county fair is a must-see if you’re around in August. It’s small, but it’s got plenty of heart.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Powder River County |
| County Seat | Broadus |
| Etymology | Named after the Powder River, which flows through the county |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Broadus, Biddle, Coalwood, Olive |
| Interstates and Highways | MT 59, MT 212 |
| FIPS Code | 30-075 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 3,298 square miles (Land: 3,297 sq mi, Water: 1 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Custer County (North), Carter County (East), Crook County, Wyoming (Southeast), Campbell County, Wyoming (South), Sheridan County, Wyoming (Southwest), Big Horn County (West), Rosebud County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MT) |
| State | Montana |
| Coordinates | 45.4300° N, 105.5436° W |
| Major Landmarks | Powder River, Broadus Bridge, Powder River Historical Museum |
| Population | Approximately 1,700 |
