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Vans Corner, Idaho
Vans Corner, Idaho is located in Idaho
Vans Corner, Idaho
Vans Corner, Idaho
Location in Idaho
Vans Corner, Idaho is located in the United States
Vans Corner, Idaho
Vans Corner, Idaho
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Idaho
County Bonner
Elevation
2,569 ft (783 m)
Time zone UTC-8 (Pacific (PST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-7 (PDT)
Area code(s) 208, 986
GNIS feature ID 397293

Vans Corner is a small, quiet place located in the northwestern part of the United States. It's found in the state of Idaho, specifically within Bonner County. This area is known as an "unincorporated community," which means it doesn't have its own separate city government. Instead, it's managed directly by the county.

Vans Corner: A Small Place in Idaho

Vans Corner is a small community that sits along Idaho State Highway 57. This highway is an important road in the area. The community is about 23.8 miles (38.3 kilometers) north of a larger town called Priest River. This location places Vans Corner in a scenic part of Idaho, often surrounded by nature.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community like Vans Corner is a group of homes or businesses that are not officially part of a city or town. They don't have their own mayor or city council. Instead, they rely on the county government for services like roads, police, and fire protection. Many small communities across the United States are unincorporated.

  • No Local Government: Decisions for the community are made by the county.
  • County Services: Residents get services from Bonner County.
  • Rural Areas: Unincorporated communities are often found in more rural or less populated areas.

Where is Vans Corner Located?

Vans Corner is in the northern part of Idaho. Idaho is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It's famous for its mountains, forests, and outdoor activities. Bonner County, where Vans Corner is, is in the panhandle of Idaho, which is the narrow northern part of the state.

  • State: Idaho
  • County: Bonner County
  • Nearby Town: Priest River
  • Highway: Idaho State Highway 57

The elevation of Vans Corner is about 2,569 feet (783 meters) above sea level. This means it's located in a somewhat elevated area, which is common in mountainous Idaho. The time zone for Vans Corner is the Pacific Time Zone.

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