Lone Tree Township was created in 1877.

[1] Lone Tree Township takes its name from a large elm tree that was a local landmark on the prairie.

[2] Lone Tree Township covers an area of 35.35 square miles (91.6 km2) and contains one incorporated settlement, Everly.

The stream of Sewer Creek runs through this township.

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