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Monarch, Montana
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 Monarch, Montana
Location in Montana
Monarch, Montana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Montana |
| County | Cascade |
| Elevation | 4,560 ft (1,390 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
59463
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| Area code(s) | 406 |
| GNIS feature ID | 787548 |
Monarch is an unincorporated community in Cascade County, Montana, United States.
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Geography
Monarch is located in the Little Belt Mountains of central Montana, southeast of Great Falls on US Highway 89 in the Lewis and Clark National Forest. Monarch is located near Kings Hill Pass.
Climate
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Monarch has a semi-arid climate, abbreviated "BSk" on climate maps.
History
Monarch was founded in 1889 to service the various silver mines in the Little Belt Mountains of Cascade County.
Recreation
Recreation opportunities are available at nearby Sluice Boxes State Park, where hiking and wildlife viewing are popular activities. Lodging, camping, and a post office are available to visitors at Monarch. Hiking and fishing are popular in the area and in the nearby town of Neihart, where lodging is also available.
