Mountrail County Map, North Dakota
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Mountrail County, North Dakota
Mountrail County sits in northwestern North Dakota, bordering the Missouri River in the southwest. The Bakken oil boom transformed this place. Once quiet farmland, now it’s bustling with activity.
Oil rigs are across the landscape. But there’s more to it than just oil. Van Hook Arm’s northern shore has some of the best fishing and boating in the state.
Native American cultures thrived here for centuries. Pioneers later settled the area, seeking opportunity. Today, it’s about small towns and sprawling ranches that sit alongside modern energy infrastructure.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Mountrail County |
| County Seat | Stanley |
| Population | Approximately 12,500 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Stanley, New Town, Parshall, Ross |
| Interstates and Highways | North Dakota Highway 23, North Dakota Highway 8 |
| FIPS Code | 38-061 |
| Total Area | 1,945 square miles (land and water) |
| Adjacent Counties | Burke County (North), Ward County (East), McLean County (Southeast), Dunn County (South), McKenzie County (Southwest), Williams County (West) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone |
| State | North Dakota |
| Coordinates | 48.3483° N, 102.5100° W |
| Etymology | Named after Joseph Mountraille, Metis voyageur and early explorer |
| Major Landmarks | Lake Sakakawea, Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site |
| Website | Mountrail County Website |
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