Map of Elmore County, Idaho - Cities & Population, Where is Located?

Map of Elmore County - Elmore County is a county located in the U.S. state of Idaho. Elmore County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Elmore County located in the map, major cities in Elmore county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Elmore County Map, Idaho

Map of Elmore County, Idaho

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Map of Elmore County, Idaho

Elmore County is a county located in the U.S. state of Idaho. It's county seat is Mountain Home. As per 2020 census, the population of Elmore County is 28827 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 3,078 sq mi (7,972 km2). Elmore County was established on 1889.

Elmore County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateIdaho
County SeatMountain Home
Largest City/TownMountain Home
Established1889
Total Area3,101 sq mi (8,031 sq km)
Land Area3,075 sq mi (7,964 sq km)
Water Area26 sq mi (67 sq km)
Population28,666 (Census 2020)
Population Density9 people per sq mi
Time ZoneMountain Time Zone (MT)
Major HighwaysInterstate 84, U.S. Route 20, U.S. Route 26, Idaho State Highway 51
Major RiversSnake River, Boise River, Bruneau River
Neighboring CountiesBoise County, Camas County, Owyhee County, Ada County, Gooding County, Blaine County
Famous ForMountain Home Air Force Base, Bruneau Dunes, Snake River Canyon, and outdoor recreation
Top AttractionsBruneau Dunes State Park, Mountain Home Air Force Base Museum, Anderson Ranch Reservoir, Three Island Crossing nearby area, Snake River Birds of Prey Area
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Elmore County, Idaho

Elmore County is located in southwestern Idaho and was established in 1889. The county seat and largest city is Mountain Home. Elmore County is known for desert landscapes, military history, scenic reservoirs, sand dunes, and outdoor recreation throughout the Snake River Plain and surrounding mountain regions. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elmore_County,_Idaho?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

Cities and Communities in Elmore County, Idaho

City/TownPopulationLatitude & Longitude
Mountain Home (county seat)15,000+43.1329°N, 115.6912°W
Glenns Ferry1,300+42.9549°N, 115.3001°W
PineMountain Community43.4877°N, 115.3082°W
AtlantaHistoric Mining Town43.8010°N, 115.1354°W
FeathervilleScenic Community43.6071°N, 115.2404°W
PrairieMountain Area43.4990°N, 115.5597°W
HammettAgricultural Community43.2394°N, 115.4154°W
King HillSnake River Community43.0048°N, 115.2025°W

Best Golf Courses in Elmore County, Idaho

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Mountain Home Golf CourseMountain Home43.1308°N, 115.6981°W
Prairie Golf CoursePrairie Area43.4977°N, 115.5601°W
Falcon Crest Golf ClubNearby Kuna43.4870°N, 116.3977°W
BanBury Golf CourseNearby Eagle43.6944°N, 116.3545°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Elmore County

Major highways connect Elmore County with Boise, southern Idaho communities, and important transportation corridors across the Snake River Plain. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elmore_County,_Idaho?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

  • Interstate 84 - major east-west interstate through Mountain Home and Glenns Ferry
  • U.S. Route 20 - important regional transportation corridor
  • U.S. Route 26 - route serving southern Idaho agricultural and recreation regions
  • Idaho State Highway 51 - scenic highway toward Owyhee desert regions

Neighboring Counties of Elmore County

  • Boise County (north)
  • Camas County (east)
  • Owyhee County (southwest)
  • Ada County (west)
  • Gooding County (southeast)
  • Blaine County (northeast)

What are Top Attractions in Elmore County, Idaho

The county offers state parks, reservoirs, dunes, fishing, hiking, military history, and scenic desert recreation opportunities across southwestern Idaho. ([visitidaho.org](https://visitidaho.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
Bruneau Dunes State ParkSouthern Elmore CountyMassive sand dunes, camping, and observatory
Mountain Home Air Force Base MuseumMountain Home AreaMilitary aviation history and exhibits
Anderson Ranch ReservoirPine AreaBoating, fishing, and mountain recreation
Three Island Crossing Nearby AreaGlenns Ferry RegionHistoric Oregon Trail crossing site
Snake River Birds of Prey AreaCountywideWildlife viewing and canyon scenery
Atlanta Historic DistrictAtlantaHistoric mining town and mountain scenery
Bruneau Canyon Nearby AreaSouthern RegionScenic canyon drives and wilderness landscapes
Boise National Forest AreasNorthern CountyCamping, hiking, and wildlife recreation
Glenns Ferry Historic AreaGlenns FerryOregon Trail and pioneer heritage
CJ Strike Reservoir Nearby AreaWestern RegionFishing and boating recreation

Distance from Elmore County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Mountain Home to Boise, Idaho - 43 mi (69 km)
  • Mountain Home to Twin Falls, Idaho - 117 mi (188 km)
  • Mountain Home to Sun Valley, Idaho - 116 mi (187 km)
  • Mountain Home to Idaho Falls, Idaho - 237 mi (381 km)
  • Mountain Home to Pocatello, Idaho - 221 mi (356 km)
  • Mountain Home to Salt Lake City, Utah - 323 mi (520 km)
  • Mountain Home to Reno, Nevada - 382 mi (615 km)
  • Mountain Home to Spokane, Washington - 365 mi (587 km)
  • Mountain Home to Portland, Oregon - 411 mi (661 km)
  • Mountain Home to Seattle, Washington - 486 mi (782 km)
  • Mountain Home to Las Vegas, Nevada - 550 mi (885 km)
  • Mountain Home to Denver, Colorado - 780 mi (1,255 km)

References

  1. Elmore County Official Website
  2. Elmore County, Idaho - Wikipedia
  3. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts
  4. Visit Idaho Tourism
  5. Bruneau Dunes State Park