Washington County, County in western Idaho, United States
Washington County spreads across 1,474 square miles of land that includes parts of Boise National Forest and multiple water reservoirs including Brownlee and Crane Creek.
The county, established on February 20, 1879, during Idaho's territorial period, received its name in recognition of the first United States president, George Washington.
The population of 10,500 residents maintains strong agricultural traditions through local events, including regular community gatherings and annual agricultural board meetings.
Three school districts serve the county's educational needs: Weiser School District, Cambridge Joint School District, and Midvale District, with administrative services centered in Weiser.
The Snake River and Weiser River intersect within the county boundaries, creating a network of waterways that support local agriculture and recreational activities.
Location: Idaho
Inception: February 20, 1879
Capital city: Weiser
Shares border with: Adams County, Gem County, Payette County, Malheur County, Baker County
Website: http://co.washington.id.us
GPS coordinates: 44.45000,-116.78000
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:04
Lake Cascade
56.5 km
Farewell Bend State Recreation Area
38.6 km
Lake Cascade State Park
58.4 km
Knights of Pythias Lodge Hall
27.3 km
Anderson–Elwell House
27.1 km
Salubria Lodge No. 31
16 km
North Fork Payette River Bridge
59.1 km
Archie Larsen House
31 km
New Plymouth Congregational Church
53.6 km
First Bank of Vale
63.7 km
Council Ranger Station
41.7 km
Adams County Courthouse
41.1 km
Washington County Courthouse
26.9 km
Col. E. M. Heigho House
70.3 km
Wilson House
16.1 km
James Rowley and Mary J. Blackaby House
50 km
Grant Whitney House
42.7 km
B. S. Varian House
27.3 km
Payette City Hall and Courthouse
43.2 km
Cambridge News Office
16.1 km
James M. Fisher House
26.9 km
Coughanour Apartment Block
43.4 km
Morris Sommer House
27.2 km
Col. C. F. Drake House
26.9 km
Benjamin Watlington House
27.2 km
Matt Ruatsale Homestead
71.8 km
Gust Laituri Homestead
72 km
Reel Theatre 8
49.5 kmReviews
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