Dillon Montana Map

About Dillon, Montana

Dillon is a locality in Beaverhead County, Montana, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,085. The population density is 817.7 people per km². Dillon is located at 45.2163°N, 112.6375°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Denver) timezone. ZIP code: 59725.

Dillon sits in the broad, sweeping expanse of the Beaverhead Valley, a place where the sky feels impossibly large and the mountains stand as silent, watchful sentinels. It lies 54.6 miles south of Butte, MT (from Butte, MT: bearing 185°T), and is situated 27.0 miles south-west of Sheridan. The air here, especially in the early morning or late afternoon, carries a crisp, dry purity, hinting at the vast, untamed country that surrounds it. The land itself is a study in subtle shifts of color – ochre and sagebrush hues dominate the lower slopes, giving way to darker greens and grays as the peaks climb, their summits often dusted with snow well into the summer months. The Beaverhead River, a ribbon of shimmering silver, threads its way through the valley floor, its presence a constant, murmuring soundtrack to the quiet life of Dillon. This is a place shaped by the enduring spirit of the West, where ranching and agriculture have long been the lifeblood, their rhythms dictated by the seasons and the land. Dillon’s history is etched into its very bones, a testament to pioneers who sought opportunity in this rugged terrain, drawn by the promise of open range and the bounty of the earth. The local economy still leans heavily on these traditional industries, though a growing appreciation for the area's natural beauty now draws visitors eager to explore the surrounding wilderness, fish its renowned rivers, or simply breathe in the profound quiet. The imposing presence of the distinctive, triangular peak known as the "Pioneer Mountains" dominates the northern horizon, a constant reminder of the wild grandeur that defines Dillon and its enduring appeal.

About This Dillon Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Dillon, Montana — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 45.216311, -112.63752. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Dillon and Beaverhead County.

Detailed location data for Dillon includes the ZIP code (59725), telephone area code (406), county seat of Beaverhead County (Dillon), and school district assignment (Beaverhead County High School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Dillon is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.