Montour County, Administrative county in Pennsylvania, US
Description
Montour County is an administrative division in central Pennsylvania located within the Appalachian Ridge-and-Valley region and contains roughly 45 percent forested land. The area sits within the Susquehanna River watershed and includes numerous small towns and rural communities.
History
The county was established in 1850 and named after Andrew Montour, an interpreter who worked with George Washington during the French and Indian War. This founding reflected the expanding settlement and administrative organization of the region in the 1800s.
Culture
The area has deep roots in farming, with many operations raising cattle, hogs, and dairy cows as families have done for generations. This agricultural tradition shapes how people live and think about the land today.
Practical
The administrative center in Danville provides services from Monday through Friday where visitors can obtain information and handle documentation. Weekday visits during regular business hours are best if you need to conduct county business.
Did you know?
The area is the smallest county by land size in Pennsylvania, despite its significant role in regional history. Its highest point, Montour Ridge, offers views over the rolling forested landscape.
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