Where is Helena Valley Northwest, Montana, USA?

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Where is Helena Valley Northwest Located? - Helena Valley Northwest is a city located in the Lewis and Clark County of Montana, United States. Helena Valley Northwest lies between 41.2682794 Degrees North latitudes and 110.9632373 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Helena Valley Northwest, Montana

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Where is Helena Valley Northwest Located?

Helena Valley Northwest is a city located in the Lewis and Clark County of Montana, United States. Helena Valley Northwest lies between 41.2682794 Degrees North latitudes and 110.9632373 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Helena Valley Northwest city is 4705 people and the city has a total area of 16.38 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Helena Valley Northwest, Montana Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CityHelena Valley Northwest (Census-Designated Place)
CountyLewis and Clark County
StateMontana
State CapitalHelena
US RegionWestern United States
Latitude46.6868° N
Longitude112.1080° W
Elevation3,970 ft (1,210 m)
Land Area16.38 sq mi
Water Area0.00 sq mi
Total Area16.38 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)4,705 (2020 Census)
Population Density (per sq mi)287.3
ZIP Codes59602
Area Code406
Time Zone StandardMountain Standard Time (MST, UTC−7)
Time Zone DaylightMountain Daylight Time (MDT, UTC−6)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code30-35631
Congressional DistrictMontana's 1st Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Helena Valley Northwest, Montana

CategoryInformation
Airport NameHelena Regional Airport
IATA CodeHLN
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysInterstate 15, U.S. Route 12, Montana Highway 279, Lincoln Road West
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo passenger rail service; nearest Amtrak station is Shelby, Montana
Local Bus/Transit ServiceCapital Transit (nearby in Helena)
  • Interstate 15 - Primary north-south interstate connecting the area with Helena, Butte and Great Falls.
  • U.S. Route 12 - Major east-west highway linking Helena Valley with Townsend and western Montana.
  • Montana Highway 279 - Scenic route providing access to Canyon Ferry Lake and nearby communities.
  • Lincoln Road West - Important local roadway connecting residential neighborhoods with Helena and Interstate 15.

Top Places to Visit in Helena Valley Northwest, Montana

Landmark NameType
Lake HelenaLake
Helena Regional Airport Viewing AreaObservation Area
Mount Helena City ParkPark
Montana State CapitolGovernment Building
Cathedral of Saint HelenaHistoric Church
Montana Historical Society MuseumMuseum
Spring Meadow Lake State ParkState Park
Gates of the Mountains WildernessNatural Attraction
Reeder's AlleyHistoric District
ExplorationWorksScience Museum

Driving Distances from Helena Valley Northwest, Montana to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
HelenaMontana610 min
East HelenaMontana1118 min
BoulderMontana3140 min
TownsendMontana3645 min
LincolnMontana511 hr
ButteMontana661 hr 10 min
Great FallsMontana921 hr 30 min
White Sulphur SpringsMontana871 hr 30 min
BozemanMontana981 hr 40 min
MissoulaMontana1122 hr

Colleges and Universities in Helena Valley Northwest, Montana

Institution Name Type Level Notable For
Helena College University of MontanaPublicCommunity CollegeCareer and technical education
Carroll CollegePrivateUniversityLiberal arts and nursing programs
University of MontanaPublicUniversityResearch and graduate education
Montana Technological UniversityPublicUniversityEngineering and applied sciences
Helena Public SchoolsPublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary public education

Waterbodies in Helena Valley Northwest, Montana

Lake Helena, Missouri River, Hauser Lake, Holter Lake, Tenmile Creek, Prickly Pear Creek, Silver Creek, Canyon Ferry Lake.

Golf Courses in Helena Valley Northwest, Montana

Bill Roberts Golf Course, Green Meadow Country Club, Fox Ridge Golf Course, Old Works Golf Course, Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Golf Course.

Helena Valley Northwest, Montana — Key Historical Facts

  • Helena Valley Northwest developed as part of the greater Helena Valley, whose growth began after the discovery of gold at Last Chance Gulch in 1864.
  • Early settlers relied on ranching, farming, and mining, which remained the area's primary economic activities for many decades.
  • The expansion of highways and public infrastructure during the twentieth century encouraged residential growth west and northwest of Helena.
  • The community benefits from its close proximity to Montana's capital while maintaining a rural setting with open landscapes and mountain views.
  • Today, Helena Valley Northwest is a desirable residential area offering convenient access to Helena, outdoor recreation, and the natural attractions of central Montana.

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