Idaho County, Administrative region in central Idaho, United States.
Idaho County covers 8,485 square miles of mountains, forests, and rivers, making it the largest county by area in the state of Idaho.
The region gained county status in 1864 during the Idaho Territory period, before Idaho achieved statehood in 1890.
The Nez Perce Native American tribe maintains strong connections to the land, influencing local traditions and community practices throughout Idaho County.
The county government in Grangeville manages essential services, including property records, tax collection, and public safety for approximately 17,890 residents.
The county contains sections of the Nez Perce National Forest and Salmon River, providing numerous locations for outdoor recreation and wildlife observation.
Location: Idaho
Inception: February 4, 1864
Capital city: Grangeville
Elevation above the sea: 2,877 m
Shares border with: Clearwater County, Valley County, Missoula County, Ravalli County, Lemhi County, Adams County, Wallowa County, Nez Perce County, Lewis County
Website: http://idahocounty.org
GPS coordinates: 45.85000,-115.46000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:04
Hells Canyon
106.1 km
Hells Canyon National Recreation Area
85.5 km
Nez Perce National Historic Trail
76.7 km
Hells Canyon Wilderness
87.6 km
Hells Canyon Dam
117.9 km
Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness
89 km
Gospel Hump Wilderness
40.1 km
Weippe Prairie
68.1 km
Polly Bemis House
49.2 km
Dworshak State Park
103.8 km
Stanley Hot Springs
54.2 km
Dent Bridge
100.4 km
Blue Fox Theatre
51.8 km
Bethany Memorial Chapel
127.3 km
Sheep Rock
119.6 km
American Women's League Chapter House
101.7 km
First Presbyterian Church
57.8 km
Pierce Courthouse
75.9 km
Thomas Kirby House
124.8 km
College Creek Ranger Station
113 km
Lochsa Historical Ranger Station
55.3 km
Gold Point Mill
9.2 km
Arctic Point Fire Lookout
53.1 km
Gardiner Peak Lookout
55.3 km
Orofino Historic District
92.6 km
Deep Creek Ranger Station
59.9 km
James V. and Sophia Baker House
72.3 km
Cooper's Ferry
74.2 kmReviews
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