Stillwater County, Montana
South-central Montana is home to Stillwater County. Columbus is the county seat and sits along I-90. The Stillwater River runs through the region, which is where the county gets its name.
Ranching is big here. You’ll see more cows than people on most days. But tourism is also growing, with visitors coming to explore the nearby Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness.
The county has its share of colorful characters, from old-timers who’ve seen it all to newcomers drawn by the promise of wide-open spaces. At the end of the day, Stillwater County is pure Montana. It’s rugged, beautiful, and independent.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Stillwater County |
| County Seat | Columbus |
| Etymology | Named after the Stillwater River, which runs through the county |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Columbus, Absarokee, Park City, Reed Point, Fishtail, Nye |
| Interstates and Highways | I-90, MT 78 |
| FIPS Code | 30-095 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,805 square miles (Land: 1,795 sq mi, Water: 10 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Golden Valley County (North), Yellowstone County (East), Carbon County (South), Park County (Southwest), Sweet Grass County (West) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MT) |
| State | Montana |
| Coordinates | 45.6374° N, 109.2527° W |
| Major Landmarks | Beartooth Mountains, Stillwater River, Stillwater Mining Company |
| Population | Approximately 9,800 |
