Knife River

A community guide to Knife River in Montana, the United States.

View of Knife River, Montana
Knife River, Montana
Population
320 residents
Region
Montana
Country
the United States
Coordinates
47.4528, -104.3433

Geography and location

Knife River sits at approximate coordinates 47.4528 latitude and -104.3433 longitude within Montana. The terrain and natural features around Knife River reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Montana road network providing the principal routes in and out.

Overview

Knife River is a populated place in Montana, the United States. The community supports 320 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Montana. Its position within the broader regional network gives Knife River a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.

Getting there

Reaching Knife River typically involves the regional road network of Montana or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse the United States. Local routes link Knife River to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of Montana. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Knife River.