Garfield County

Garfield County is an administrative division in central Montana characterized by grasslands cut through by the Missouri River and Big Dry Creek waterways. The landscape consists of open prairies with scattered communities, where Jordan functions as the county seat.

The county was established in 1919 when local residents separated from Dawson County and selected Jordan as the county seat through a public vote. This formation created a new administrative center for the growing population of the region.

The county's identity is closely tied to its dinosaur heritage, with the Garfield County Museum displaying T-rex fossils that draw visitors interested in prehistoric life. Local communities have built their sense of place around these remarkable discoveries from the distant past.

Montana Highways 22, 59, 24, and 200 connect the county's scattered communities. Visitors should plan for long distances between towns, as this is a remote and sparsely populated area.

The Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge extends into the county, protecting habitats for native Montana wildlife species. This refuge makes the area significant for observing animals and their natural surroundings.

Location: Montana

Inception: 1919

Capital city: Jordan

Shares border with: Valley County, Rosebud County, McCone County, Custer County, Phillips County, Petroleum County, Prairie County

Website: http://garfieldcounty.com

GPS coordinates: 47.28000,-106.99000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:26