Ravalli County, Montana
Ravalli County sits in western Montana, right next to Idaho. Most of the major communities are found in the Bitterroot Valley, including Hamilton, the county seat. It’s also the biggest town in the area, but it’s no city by any stretch.
The mountains here will knock your socks off. Locals are all about the outdoors, including hiking, fishing, and more. Winters can be rough, but those long summer days more than make up for it.
Apple orchards were once a big deal here, and you can still find some scattered around. The Bitterroot River is a fly-fisher’s dream. And if you’re into history, check out the Daly Mansion. It’s a whole different world out here.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Ravalli County |
| County Seat | Hamilton |
| Etymology | Named after Father Anthony Ravalli, a Jesuit priest who served as a missionary in the Bitterroot Valley |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Hamilton, Stevensville, Darby, Florence, Victor, Corvallis |
| Interstates and Highways | US 93, MT 38 |
| FIPS Code | 30-081 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 2,400 square miles (Land: 2,391 sq mi, Water: 9 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Missoula County (North), Granite County (Northeast), Deer Lodge County (East), Beaverhead County (Southeast), Lemhi County, Idaho (South), Idaho County, Idaho (West) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MT) |
| State | Montana |
| Coordinates | 46.2091° N, 114.1669° W |
| Major Landmarks | Bitterroot National Forest, Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge, Blodgett Canyon |
| Population | Approximately 47,000 |
