Platte County Map, Missouri
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Platte County, Missouri
Platte County is in the northwestern corner of Missouri, just north of Kansas City. It’s got a bit of everything. Cities, suburbs, farmland. The Missouri River cuts right through it.
There’s lots of history here. Lewis and Clark camped in what’s now Platte County on their famous expedition. These days, it’s growing fast. People like the schools. There’s good shopping too.
Zona Rosa is popular. Outdoorsy types love Weston Bend State Park. It’s a great spot for hiking and fishing. Kansas City International Airport is here too, which is handy.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Platte County |
| County Seat | Platte City |
| Population | Approximately 110,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Parkville, Platte City, Riverside, Weatherby Lake, Weston, Camden Point, Dearborn |
| Interstates and Highways | I-29, I-435, US 71, MO 9, MO 45 |
| FIPS Code | 29-165 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 427 square miles (Land: 420 sq mi, Water: 7 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Buchanan County (North), Clinton County (Northeast), Clay County (East), Wyandotte County, Kansas (South), Leavenworth County, Kansas (Southwest), Atchison County, Kansas (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Missouri |
| Coordinates | 39.3709° N, 94.7692° W |
| Etymology | Named after the Platte River, which flows through the county |
| Major Landmarks | Parkville Nature Sanctuary, Weston Bend State Park, Kansas City International Airport |
| Website | Platte County Website |
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Platte County Road Map
Platte County may be small, but its highways are big players. Interstate 29 runs north-south, while Interstate 435 sweeps across the southern part. However, not every corner feels busy. If you head north, things calm down quickly. While the southern half buzzes, the rural north still has a slower rhythm. Our zoom tool below shows it all.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Platte County Satellite Map
From above, Platte County shows a blend of city, suburbs, and farmland. The airport grabs attention first. It’s massive and stark compared to the greens and browns around it. Although much of the south is built up, the north remains mostly fields and woods.
OUTLINE MAP
Platte County Blank Map
Platte County’s shape is squeezed by the Missouri River along its west and south. Although much of the boundary follows the river’s curves, the northern and eastern edges stick to straight lines. It borders Kansas across the river to the west.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 6 neighboring counties of Platte County:
Missouri County Map
Explore the Show-Me State. We have all 114 county maps as your guide to smoky BBQ, Ozark trails, and sunsets over the mighty Mississippi. From St. Louis to Branson, Missouri has something on every road.