Franklin County

Franklin County is an administrative division in southeastern Idaho that covers a landscape of hills and valleys. The courthouse in Preston functions as the main administrative hub for county services and governance.

The county was established in 1913 and named after Franklin D. Richards, an Apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This naming choice set it apart from the common tradition of honoring Benjamin Franklin in county names.

The Preston Night Rodeo brings residents and visitors together annually to celebrate local traditions through competitive events and performances. This gathering shapes the community's identity and connection to rural heritage.

Preston offers basic services and infrastructure for visitors, with the courthouse serving as a central landmark. The area is most active during the annual rodeo season when local events draw crowds.

This is the only Franklin County in the United States not named after Benjamin Franklin. Instead, it honors a key figure from Idaho's religious history.

Location: Idaho

Inception: January 30, 1913

Capital city: Preston

Shares border with: Caribou County, Cache County, Bannock County, Bear Lake County, Oneida County, Rich County

Website: http://franklincountyidaho.org

GPS coordinates: 42.18000,-111.81000

Latest update: December 23, 2025 14:19