Owyhee County Map, Idaho
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Owyhee County, Idaho
Owyhee County is in southwestern Idaho, next to Nevada and Oregon. It’s huge. In fact, it’s bigger than some states. Murphy’s the county seat. The county’s named after some Hawaiian fur trappers.
The Owyhee Mountains dominate the landscape. They’re rugged and beautiful. The Snake River forms the northern border. It’s carved out some impressive canyons. The Bruneau Sand Dunes are here too, which is the highest single-structured sand dune in North America.
Silver City is a ghost town worth checking out. It’s like stepping back in time. This is serious cowboy country. Cattle outnumber people by a lot. This place is remote. Really remote. Cell service is spotty at best.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Owyhee County |
| County Seat | Murphy |
| Population | 13,500 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Murphy, Homedale, Grand View, Marsing, and other small communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 95, State Highway 51 |
| FIPS Code | 16-073 |
| Total Area | 7,674 square miles (land: 7,631 sq mi; water: 43 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties | Canyon County (North), Ada County (North), Elmore County (North), Twin Falls County (East), Elko County, Nevada (South), Humboldt County, Nevada (Southwest), Malheur County, Oregon (West) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone |
| State | Idaho |
| Coordinates | 43.1° N, 116.3° W |
| Etymology | Named after the Owyhee River, which is thought to be a misspelling of the Hawaiian word for Hawaii |
| Major Landmarks | Owyhee Mountains, Owyhee Reservoir, Silver City Historic District |
| Website | Owyhee County Website |
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