On 3 November 1917, a royal resolution changed the spelling of the name of the municipality to Engerdal, removing the definite form ending -en.

The official blazon is "Vert, a horse collar Or" (Norwegian: I grønt et gull bogtre).

The charge has a tincture of Or which means it is commonly colored yellow, but if it is made out of metal, then gold is used.

The design symbolize the ties between horse and man and at the same time the connection between work and recreation.

It is bordered by Sweden to the north and east, the municipality of Trysil to the south, Rendalen to the west, and Os and Tolga to the northwest.

The greater part of Lake Femunden and roughly half of the Femundsmarka National Park also lie within the boundaries of the municipality.

There are many large lakes in the municipality including Engeren, Galtsjøen, Gutulisjøen, Isteren, Langsjøen, Nedre Roasten, Rogen, and Vurrusjøen.

The municipal council (Kommunestyre) of Engerdal is made up of 15 representatives that are elected to four year terms.

The mayors (Norwegian: ordfører) of Engerdal:[34] The most important industries in the municipality are agriculture and travel and tourism.

Today, a great complex of attractions, activities and museums will reflect the municipals long history and many of them have become important businesses for economic growth, also keeping the cultural heritage intact.

You will experience the cultural heritage dated all the way back from the 1700th century and you will get an impression of how people lived and worked here in the past.

Guided tours are available and people can participate in special local arrangements, such as learning about "Falkefangst".