Piltzville, Montana


Piltzville is a census-designated place in Missoula County, Montana, United States. The population was 395 at the 2010 census.

History

The Piltzville neighborhood was home to workers at the lumber mill in Bonner. It is named after Billy Pilz, who became a yard boss at the Bonner Mill. His house was built in 1904.
Artist Michael Cadieux, known for his watercolors and oil paintings on environmental themes, is a native of Piltzville.

Climate

This climatic region is typified by large seasonal temperature differences, with warm to hot summers and cold winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Piltzville has a humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfb" on climate maps. Piltzville is located at the base of Bonner Mountain, and sheltered from the winds.