Heron is an unincorporated town which lies in on the banks of the Clark Fork River. The town,located just off
Highway 200, is about 4 miles from the Montana/Idaho border.
The primary access road to Heron is a single-lane bridge over the Clark Fork River. The main street consists of a library, community center, church,
general store, fire department and post office. The remaining town area
is made up of residential homes, farms, and ranches. Heron possesses positive qualities which are characteristic of many small, rural communities within the Treasure State.
The 2000 census shows the population the Heron town to be around 149 people, with many people living in outlying areas. The immediate town of Heron is approximately 3 square miles.
Heron-CRD
Heron Citizens for Responsible Development Heron, Montana
