Carbon County Map, Montana

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Carbon County, Montana

South-central Montana is home to Carbon County, where the plains crash into the Beartooth Mountains. Red Lodge is the county seat. It started as a coal mining town but now thrives on tourism. Skiers flock here in winter. Hikers take over in summer.
The Beartooth Highway, often called America’s most beautiful road, starts its climb here. You’ll find some of the state’s best trout fishing in Rock Creek. Yellowstone National Park is just a stone’s throw away.
The county got its name from the coal deposits that once fueled its economy. These days, it’s all about ranching, farming, and outdoor recreation. Carbon County’s world-class scenery makes it a hidden gem in Big Sky Country.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Carbon County |
County Seat | Red Lodge |
Population | Approximately 11,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Red Lodge, Bridger, Joliet, Bearcreek, Fromberg, Belfry |
Interstates and Highways | US 212, MT 72, MT 310 |
FIPS Code | 30-009 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 2,062 square miles (Land: 2,049 sq mi, Water: 13 sq mi) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Park County (West), Stillwater County (North), Yellowstone County (Northeast), Big Horn County (East), Big Horn County, Wyoming (Southeast), Park County, Wyoming (South) |
Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MT) |
State | Montana |
Coordinates | 45.1995° N, 109.2451° W |
Etymology | Named after the coal deposits found in the county |
Major Landmarks | Beartooth Highway, Red Lodge Mountain, Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary |
Website | Carbon County Website |
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