Townsend combines a working small-town rhythm with broad open-valley country in a way that reflects its position along the Missouri River in central Montana. The community is the seat of Broadwater County, established in 1897, and stands between the Big Belt Mountains to the east and the Elkhorn Mountains to the west. Canyon Ferry Lake, formed on the Missouri River by Canyon Ferry Dam, lies northeast of town and supports boating, fishing and shoreline recreation. Townsend also sits on the road route between Helena and Three Forks, giving it a practical role in the region. Explore nearby webcam locations that provide complementary perspectives on the Missouri River valley and central Montana.
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