Montana Ranches for Sale

Trail Creek Ranch

An incredible Montana legacy ranch, Trail Creek is located approximately 19 miles from the metropolitan amenities of Bozeman. With 4,720 sprawling acres, this high alpine ranch boasts the headwaters of Trail Creek with an enhanced stretch, which creates a great fishery of resident populations of native Yellowstone cutthroat trout. These waters offer an intimate fishery with cutbanks, riffles and small pools that optimize holding water. Two ponds on the property offer additional angling opportunities and attract numerous species of wildlife. The ranch offers diverse views ranging from high mountain timber to lush mountain meadows. Trail Creek Ranch is surrounded by Gallatin National Forest and State lands, producing an outdoorsman’s haven for elk, Mule deer, Whitetail deer and bear. Well-maintained roads, a newly-constructed 800 sqft rustic log cabin with loft and 2,000 sqft barn add to this secluded haven’s unique composition. Offering price is $13,500,000.

Schindler Ranch

Comprised of approximately 3,054 deeded acres, the Schindler Ranch offers fertile river bottom, wide open pastures and big mountain views of the Beaverhead and Pioneer Mountain Ranges. This picturesque setting is complimented by two miles of riparian corridor on both sides of the Upper Big Hole River, along with expansive tracts of aspen groves. Sprinkled along the western portion of the ranch are conifer stands. The Schindler Ranch is located five miles outside of the small ranching community of Jackson, Montana in Beaverhead County. Jackson provides small town conveniences, which include a hardware store, feed and tack, grocery store, post office, hotel and restaurant while larger town amenities can be found in nearby Dillon. The ranch is currently an operational cattle ranch with good hay production, water rights, newly enhanced irrigation canals, numerous new stocked ponds and a number of in-progress river enhancement projects. Excellent brook trout fishing, with rainbows and browns, can be found on the two miles of Upper Big Hole River as it meanders through the ranch. Natural springs are onsite as well. These water sources are also valuable for attracting big game, as evidence from the large number of elk that reside on the property and nearby National Forest. These combined recreational components create a paradise for the avid hunter and fly fisherman. Improvements include a recently upgraded and remodeled homestead serving as the caretaker’s home and a newer home located along the river corridor which functions as the main ranch home. Offering price is $8,990,000.

Judith Headwaters Ranch

The Judith Headwaters Ranch, located outside of Utica in Judith Basin County, encompasses approximately 500 acres of rolling hills, wildflower-filled meadows, scenic vistas and timbered ridges. Utica offers small town amenities while fine dining, commercial air service, state parks, golfing and shopping can be found 90 miles away in Great Falls. The property is adjacent to State Lands and is within close proximity to The Lewis and Clark National Forest and state elk refuge, providing the ranch thousands of additional acres for recreation and wildlife sightings. With approximately one mile of Judith River meandering through the property, the fly fisherman will find exciting opportunities for rainbow, cutthroat, brook and brown trout. Mule deer and Whitetail deer graze on the hills and ranch grounds. Upland birds are also a common sight. The extensive improvements, including cabins, barns and the main lodge, create the perfect personal or corporate retreat set in Montana’s unsurpassed beauty. Offering price is $3,400,000.

York Gulch Ranch

Located a few miles from the small town of Wisdom, Montana, in Deer Lodge County, the approximate 1,512-acre York Gulch Ranch is a classic Montana ranch set in one of the state’s most scenic valleys. With a population of 120, Wisdom offers small town conveniences while key amenities and commercial air service can be found one hour away in Butte. Bordering Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, BLM and State Lands on three sides, this expansive ranch offers excellent hunting onsite in addition to the seemingly endless acres of National Forest surrounding the ranch. With numerous elk herds grazing on the ranch in the spring, fall and early winter months, it is evident why this Upper Big Hole Valley is well-known for big game hunting. The flows in York Gulch, along with the numerous natural springs running throughout the property, create a superb wildlife habitat and offer the incoming owner several enhancement opportunities. The York Gulch Ranch enjoys easy accessibility to the Upper Big Hole River, which borders BLM land to the south of the ranch. Until locating a spot for ideal accommodations on the property, a modest caretaker’s cabin offers big mountain views as well as a comfortable stay for any sportsman enjoying the incredible recreational attributes of York Gulch. Offering price is $2,695,000.

Blackfoot Spring Creek Ranch

Blackfoot Spring Creek Ranch is a rare spring creek fishery located just outside of Ovando, Montana in Powell County. This 275-acre property is highlighted by 10,000 feet of private spring creek, which has been enhanced resulting in an exceptional fishery. Deep cut banks, pools, runs, and riffles create countless holding water for rainbow, brook and brown trout in the plus 25” range. This spring creek presents the utmost challenge and reward for the fly fishing enthusiast that is rarely available. The majority of the ranch is flat land with river bottom, meadow, tall grass, willows and cottonwoods. Additional fishing opportunities exist ten minutes from the property on the famed Blackfoot River, which gained much popularity in Norman Maclean’s book, A River Runs Through It, and offers outstanding rainbow and bull trout challenges. The ranch includes a remodeled 2,500 sqft log cabin, historic barn and exceptional bunkhouse along the spring creek. Located between Missoula and Helena, the incoming landowner has a variety of metropolitan amenities from which to choose. Spectacular views of the Lolo National Forest, Scapegoat Wilderness and Bob Marshall Wilderness look out the back of the property. Offering price is $2,550,000.

Lazy Bow Ranch

The Lazy Bow Ranch is located six miles north of Bozeman in Gallatin County. Approximately 50 acres comprise Lazy Bow, including a large apple orchard, pear, cherry and plum trees, a raspberry patch, pastures, meadow and wooded slopes that adjoin public forest. The property overlooks the Gallatin Valley and has views of the Gallatin Range, the Madison Range, and Tobacco Roots with Spanish Peak views to the southwest. The Bridger Range is directly behind the property. Two spring creeks help to attract numerous species of wildlife and fishing can be found on the small streams, ponds, and lakes close to the property, as well as in the blue-ribbon trout rivers surrounding the valley. Numerous improvements including a new 3+ bedroom home, indoor arena, large barn and equipment garage, make this property a great hunting retreat and equestrian facility. The Lazy Bow Ranch is the ideal location to enjoy wildlife viewing, active recreation and a quiet lifestyle, only minutes from downtown Bozeman. Offering price is $2,500,000.

Charles Kuralt Wetlands & Wildlife Sanctuary

With stunning river overlooks, rolling hill venues and serene views of river and lower wetlands, The Charles Kuralt Wetlands & Wildlife Sanctuary is a scenic and untouched piece of Montana. Located 11 miles southwest of Twin Bridges in Madison County, this 110-acre sanctuary is comprised of meadows, brushy river bottom, cottonwood groves and an expansive bluff. Twin Bridges provides local conveniences while key amenities, including commercial air service, are available 50 miles north in Butte. The Charles Kuralt Wetlands & Wildlife Sanctuary boasts approximately three-quarters of a mile on the lower Big Hole River, one of Montana’s best spots for wild trout fishing. Rainbow, brown, cutthroat and brook trout call this river home. The Sanctuary includes the historic Pageville Schoolhouse with an immaculately restored exterior and a renovated teak and walnut interior functions as a one-bedroom guest home. Two fishing cabins accommodate two people each and a hand-hewn log cabin built in 1986 nestles on the bank of the Big Hole. Wildlife is abundant with moose, Whitetail and Mule deer, Bald and Golden eagles, wild turkey and Hungarian partridge. Migratory birds include Sandhill Cranes, White Pelicans and Western Tanagers. The Charles Kuralt Wetlands & Wildlife Sanctuary is the perfect retreat for one looking to relax in true Montana splendor, fish blue-ribbon trout waters and view fantastic wildlife. Offering price is $2,300,000.

Lower Yellowstone Ranch

Consisting of approximately 195 acres, the Lower Yellowstone Ranch offers a landscape of lush river bottom lined with mature stands of cottonwood trees, fertile irrigated pastures and a picturesque setting amongst the Beartooth and Crazy Mountains. With such natural features, there is the capability for the ranch to function as a small farming operation. Healthy populations of brown trout, rainbows and cutthroats lurk in the ¾ mile of onsite Yellowstone River, providing the angling enthusiast a variety of adventures. With close proximity to the metropolitan city of Billings, fine dining, shopping and cultural activities are conveniences that can be easily enjoyed. Minutes from the ranch, Reed Point offers small town amenities as well as several local attractions. The Lower Yellowstone Ranch offers incredible recreational opportunities with numerous species of wildlife roaming the land, rugged terrain to explore and fantastic area waters to fish. Offering price is $1,950,000.

Mount Haggin Ranch

With spectacular views of Mount Haggin and endless recreational choices, this approximately 150-acre ranch is a true Montana jewel. Only 1.9 miles northwest of Anaconda in Deer Lodge County, Mount Haggin Ranch offers 1.5 miles of spring creek, abundant fishing and hunting opportunities, breathtaking views and small town charm. This property sits in the heart of some of Montana’s finest blue ribbon trout waters with the Clark Fork, Beaverhead, Big Hole and Rock Creek Rivers within a short drive from the ranch. With Discovery Basin Ski Area, Old Works Golf Course, Fairmont Hot Springs, Lost Creek State Park and Georgetown Lake all within minutes of the ranch, there are always recreational options no matter the season. The ranch has a total of eight structures including a recently remodeled 3BR home and would make a great horse and/or cattle ranch with its multiple corrals, calving barns, tack sheds, workshop, grazing fields and ample water supply. Mount Haggin Ranch offers magnificent views of the Anaconda Pintler Range and surrounding Rocky Mountain peaks as well as the 10,607 foot Mount Haggin, one of the highest peaks in the Anaconda Range. Wildlife includes abundant Whitetail and Mule deer, elk, moose, duck and geese. Offering price is $1,450,000.

The Langford Ranch

Home to healthy populations of Whitetail deer and turkey and a half mile of Yellowstone River border, the outdoorsman will discover his ideal retreat at The Langford Ranch. These 125 acres are located outside of the small Montana community of Reed Point and have the convenience of city amenities an hour away in Billings. With enormous views highlighted by the Beartooth and Crazy Mountain Ranges, this property offers the lush river bottom, cottonwood trees and fertile irrigated pastures that define this region of Big Sky country. The current landowners care for a small herd of sheep but Langford Ranch would also make an exceptional equestrian property due to its verdant pasturelands. In addition to onsite access of the famed Yellowstone, the area also offers the challenging waters of the Boulder and Stillwater Rivers. Set in an incredible Montana location, these unimproved western acres offer countless possibilities for the incoming landowner. Offering price is $1,250,000.

The Campanella Ranch

Located in Sweet Grass County, The Campanella Ranch is a magnificent Montana property with big sky and mountain views. These approximately 800 acres are defined by pasturelands and secluded coulees lined with cottonwood and cedar trees. Located 62 miles west of Billings, the ranch is a short drive from modern conveniences that include a state university and fine dining. Anglers will be delighted with seven onsite spring creeks and proximity to the Yellowstone River. The Campanella Ranch is an exceptional property for the sportsman as well, and with minimal enhancement could make a productive bird hunting retreat. Endless potential and unmatched western serenity, The Campanella Ranch offers a fantastic haven, rich with Montana history. Offering price is $1,200,000.