Mineral County is the gem of Montana and is still mostly undiscovered. If you are looking for a wonderful place to live and if you enjoy outdoor recreation, then Mineral County is for you. The primary towns in the county are Superior (county seat), St. Regis, Alberton, Deborgia, & Saltese.

Mineral County is located in Western Montana near Idaho between Missoula, Montana and Spokane Washington. With a population of 3600, Mineral County consists of 1,223 sq. miles. It's land is 82% federal-owned, 3% state-owned and 15% privately-owned. The majority of the land surface is contained within the Lolo National Forest and located through a narrow valley separated by the Clark Fork and St. Regis Rivers. The Clark Fork River carries more water than any other river in Montana. There are 87 miles of river, 650 miles of streams, and over 50 high mountain lakes. The entire county is heavily forested with ponderosa pine (the state tree), lodge pole pine, fir, larch, white pine and cedar.

Mineral County offers extensive recreation areas for hunting, fishing, camping and hiking. Cross county skiing, snowmobiling; sledding, ice skating and good road conditions all winter long assure you of finding the perfect spot for winter fun. A short drive-in just about any direction will put you at some of the finest downhill ski runs in the country. Summertime offers the angler some of the best trout fishing to be found anywhere. Hiking and backpacking will take you into areas with alpine lakes and serene beauty. Whitewater rafting, swimming, biking, camping and just about any other outdoor activity you can think of will make your time pass all too quickly. At day's end you'll find rest comes easy with cool night time temperatures; clean mountain air and only the sound of the wind in the pines to lull you to sleep.

The County also has 42 lakes. For a complete list, visit

http://www.hometownlocator.com/DisplayCountyFeatures.cfm?FeatureType=lake&SCFIPS=30061

Mineral County is full of opportunity. The people are friendly and the climate is mild. The area is high in minerals and contains many unpatented mining claims. You'll be close to schools, skiing, USFS lands, local hospital and only 45 minutes from Missoula. You will find the best Montana has to offer. Small town hospitality, abundant recreational opportunities - hunting, fishing, hiking, pristine mountain lakes, and a "Wild West" history with colorful gold miners & boom towns. The town of Superior boasts a city pool, local churches, a senior center, library, Historical Society and museum, Antique stores, movie theater, restaurants, grocery store, hardware stores and much more!

For more information on Mineral County, Montana including the towns of Superior, St. Regis, Deborgia, Haugen, Saltese, Alberton, and Lozeau, visit www.mymineralcounty.com.