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If you're ready to move at a slower pace than the metropolises in other states, you may just want to consider Montana. Here people like their serenity and solitude. In order to have Big Sky, there has to be a lot of land. Montana is comprised of 147,000 acres populated by more cows than people. It is the fourth largest state in the U.S.
A lot of Montana is mountainous from which its name derives. But more of the state is actually located in the Great Plains. Montana averages a height at 3,400' above sea level. Its lowest point is 1,800' feet along part of the Kootenai River, while its high point is Granite Peak at nearly 13,000'.
The Romance of MontanaFor those who weren't in love with this state before, the 1992 movie "A River Runs Through It" garnered it many more fans. Adapted from the autobiographical stories of Norman Maclean, when it played out on the Big Screen the country was romanced by the art of fly fishing and the waters of Montana.
The story is set in Missoula and along the Blackfoot River during the '20s and '30s through America's prohibition years. Yes, Missoula has grown, but Montanans like to think not by a lot. The population here is 73,000. Billings is the largest city in the state with a population of 110,000+. Helena, the state capital, has about 31,430 people. The entire state has just over one million residents, but there are 2.6 million cows.
Montana's Mountain RegionsOne of Montana's nicknames is "Big Sky." The Native American ancestors called it "Land of the Shining Mountains" referring to the sun highlighting its snow-capped peaks. Those peaks lie in some 100 mountain ranges including the Washburn Range and the Red Mountains, which are contained within Yellowstone National Park.
The vast majority of those mountain ranges do have private land available. In each of the state's 56 counties, you'll find varying mountain ranges, each with their own features, yet similar in the amount of beauty and fresh air.
To the east near Billings, in Yellowstone County, are the Great Plains with a semi-arid climate. To the northwest lies Lincoln County, named after President Lincoln, which borders Canada. Here you'll find the Purcell Mountains and the Cabinet Mountain Range.
Remember with the Big Sky comes big land, and what may be a small parcel of land to a Montanan, may seem like a whole lot of land to someone else. One of our recent listings referred to 650 acres near Missoula as a "small" homestead! When you read small within Montana, you may want to think big, and when reading big, well, think even larger!
Recreational LandMontanans love to fish. They also love to hunt. Both are permitted through most of the state with proper licensing. There are more types of fish than the fly fishing caught trout in the film. Anglers seek also seek out bass, whitefish, catfish, and sturgeon. A lot of Montana's fish hatch and grow up natural is its waters. Some others, such as Kokanee salmon are hatched in hatcheries managed by the state and then stocked into the rivers.
While not as large a destination for skiers as neighboring Utah and Colorado, Montana has its own desirable slopes as well as an abundance of cross-country skiing opportunities. Other related winter sports can also be found here including snowboarding and skating.
Available LandWith some 17.5 million acres in croplands and another 40 million for cattle ranching, agriculture comprises a lot of the Great Plains within the state. While there is quite a bit of Bureau of Land Management land here, there is also an abundance of privately-owned land as well. Family farms and large privately-owned acreage are always on the market. On the market, you will find affordable, entry-level homes and farms to some of the most luxurious country properties in the country.
If you are looking for that serenity and solitude Montana has to offer, take a look at the rural properties listed through LandBroker MLS. Outside of the vast land for cattle ranching, there are family farms, hobby farms, retreats, horse farms, mountain cabins with fishing streams, or simply just a place to sit and enjoy the wildlife.
For real estate brokers with some of these types of properties listed, LandBroker MLS offers you a co-op to share your properties for anyone on the internet to view and make their dreams come true. Contact us today and get started sharing what you have to offer with the rest of the world.
Stunning 6.9+/- acre lot in Sun West Ranch with large trees & meadow. Beautifully developed private gated subdivision with on-site ranch management & well maintained roads. This subdivision boasts 3 miles of private Madison River access, ponds, trails, a clubhouse, equestrian center & 1500 acres of open space. W...
Wooded 6.9+/- acre lot in Sun West Ranch. Beautifully developed private gated subdivision with on-site ranch management & well maintained roads. This subdivision boasts 3 miles of private Madison River access, ponds, trails, a clubhouse, equestrian center & 1500 acres of open space. Within an hour drive to Ennis, We...
Located in the foothills of the Highwood Mountains, this 7.32 acres is a rare find in the most sought-after mountain range in Montana. The majestic mountain views can be what you wake up to every morning from your dream home, getaway cabin, or your RV. The property is set up so that pulling in with your RV is a breeze! Ther...
Missouri River views and beautiful Montana mountain scenery! 20 acres with a water well, and electricity to property. Nice buildable site at the edge of an open meadow that is edged with pine trees. Incredible rock formations and pines cover the hillside. The adjacent 20 acres is also available to purchase. The property is ...
Offering an exceptional opportunity to own prime acreage(19.2 Acres) with convienient access,privacy and great views. Property is very unique with Big Vista Views of Flathead Lake , Wild Horse Island, Cheif Cliff Mountain. The mission mountains frame the view from any angle you chose. Close to Big Arm ,Polson and Kalispell ...
View LOT !!! This spectacular almost 40 acre acreage, provides perhaps one of the most breathtaking views of Flathead Valley, the Big ARM BAy, mountains and valley views. This location offers many potential building sites and vistas to enjoy your privacy with a asphalt road to build your drive off of to your dream MONTANA h...
32.99 Acres in the heart of Elk Country surrounded by National Forest. This great property has varied terrain with multiple springs and Oro Fino Creek running thru it. Property is completely perimeter fenced and has a nice location for your base camp or cabin site. Abundant wildlife include elk, moose, mule deer, black bear...
It's almost as lucky as witnessing a shooting star flash across the blackened night sky or finding the end of a rainbow encircled with four leaf clovers. This unique and versatile property offers blissful opportunities for business or pleasure! Amid majestic mountain ranges in Southwest Montana, RiverRest Cabins consist of ...
Defined by the strong timber it is constructed of, this custom-built home has been meticulously cared for. Its impressive beams support a spanning deck that overlook the 5.413 acres it sits on. The home showcases 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms in addition to many possibilities for living arrangements. The basement can be u...
Looking for your own private fishing spot? This 13.32 acres is situated west of Thompson Falls, Montana with 440 feet of Prospect Creek frontage. As if that isn’t treasure enough, the property backs up to Forest Service land! Enjoy all the wild things Montana has to offer right from this beautiful and tranquil property. F...
This exceptional piece of recreational property overlooks spectacular lower St. Mary Lake and breathtaking Glacier National Park. The property is in high grass production and includes water on the property. It is partially fenced along the perimeter and can be used for both grazing as well as recreational purposes. St. Mary...
This property offers authentic Montana views that feel like you’re standing on the top of the world! Hunting, hiking and bird watching are among the recreational activities that are offered. In the winter months, enjoy snow shoeing, cross country skiing and snow mobiling. No covenants or restrictions will complicate your ...
Rejuvenate in the fresh mountain air and experience the opportunity to revel in this idyllic setting, one that you could wake up to each morning! This property on Pryor Creek Lane offers panoramic views of bulging mountains sprawling under blankets of verdant towering pines that shade the snow-filled crevices. The sapphire ...
The picturesque setting sells itself: a home designed with modern features and functionality; a creek twisting and flowing through the tall, jade trees; majestic mountains attempting to dominate and reach toward the big sky; birds chirping and sweet mountain air curiously sweeping through the 6.99 acres. Call this romantic ...
The fresh, pine-infused mountain air will rejuvenate a weary spirit. Beneath the bold blue sky, the Bitterroot Mountains ripple across western Montana, the Lolo National Forest blanketing the peaks. The mostly undisturbed Montana wilderness provides opportunities for the ultimate recreational experiences. Hike, hunt, fish, ...
This is a fantastic fishing and hunting property with a ton of eye candy. These 480± acres lay approximately 23 miles Southeast of Townsend, Montana and is accessed by Broadwater County’s Dry Creek Road. There is a high, partially timbered ridge running down the length of the Eastern portion of the property, which gives ...
Luxurious features and outstanding views await on this 40-acre ranch near Hobson, Montana. Striking windows follow the pitched roof line that mimic the mountain peaks of the Little Belt Mountains jutting in the horizon. Elk and deer travel through the property looking to be replenished by the pristine Judith River. An expan...
The undulating hills gently roll toward the rising mountains dressed in evergreens. The Rocky Mountain Front creates a bold silhouette against the endless blue sky. The breeze lightly tickles the grassland bowing to the crowns of snow-white capped peaks. The air is pure giving life on the prairie. The hardy grazing ground p...
Vast, fertile grass covers the open prairie sprawling limitless and then converging with the towering Rocky Mountain Front. Like a scene in one of Charlie Russell’s paintings, the hardy grazing ground provides a robust platform for an impressive western cattle operation and a fantasy land of brilliant wildflowers, placid ...
The twinkling Montana stars have aligned to create a flawless opportunity to acquire a 10.01-acre parcel of land located in the midst of the most desirable section of the Missouri River that is world renowned for its exceptional trout fishing and infinite outdoor recreating possibilities. Build a dream home or cabin here as...
