Chouteau County, located in North Central Montana, is a historic county with a rich heritage dating back to its establishment in 1865 as one of the original nine counties of the Montana Territory. Named after Augusta Pierre Chouteau, fur traders and owners of the original trading post Historic Old Fort Benton, the county is home to the charming community of Fort Benton, which still retains much of its steamboat days character.
With a diverse landscape of gently rolling plains, uplands, valleys, and coulees, Chouteau County offers a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts. The county is blessed with primary surface water sources such as the Missouri, Marias, and Teton Rivers, as well as secondary streams like Highwood, Shonkin, Big Sandy, and Arrow Creek. Additionally, Chouteau County is proud to be home to the Chippewa-Cree tribe on the Rocky Boys Indian reservation and part of the Lewis and Clark National Forest, providing opportunities for cultural exploration and outdoor adventures.
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