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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.
A contiguous low overhead and low entry cost per animal unit grass ranch on the Montana-Wyoming State Line covering 17,500+/- Acres. This is a great value for a grass ranch of this quality and with such a great opportunity to build a scalable livestock operation. The offering includes 6,178+- deeded fee simple acres with...
Located just West of Forsyth, this property could be the perfect place to build your dream home or recreational cabin, get started as a livestock producer or acquire some grazing land. The possibilities are endless with 1,788 acres made up of open meadows of rangeland, deep timbered coulees and rolling hills. Ease of access...
INTRODUCTORY PARAGRAPH This beautiful property will make you realize why Montana is called, “The Last Best Place.” With two homes, multiple outbuildings and improvements, and abundant water, this ranch has everything you need to run a productive and diversified business. Don’t want to rely too much on one income stre...
Nestled in the heart of the Snowy Mountains, South East of Lewistown, Montana on the North Fork of Flatt-Willow Creek. Red Hill Retreat consists of 120 acres of private and secluded paradise, unmatched by anything on the market in the area. The retreat has been operated over the years as a wedding destination venue and ca...
: Located in the heart of some of southern Montana’s best hunting areas, the Miller Creek Hunting Property offers a great opportunity to hunt the areas that are abundant large game animals. Comprised of approximately 1,560± acres of rolling hills and pine tree-covered ridges and adjacent to several hundred acres of publ...
Most mountain retreat properties are too secluded to be comfortable, and require too much sacrifice, but not this one! Located between Townsend and White Sulphur Springs, the Grassy Mountain Retreat Parcel 4 consists of 20.05± deeded acres and is a rare opportunity to own a spectacular piece of land within the idyllic Big ...
Most mountain retreat properties are too secluded to be comfortable, and require too much sacrifice, but not this one! Located between Townsend and White Sulphur Springs, the Grassy Mountain Retreat Parcel 3 consists of 20.5± deeded acres and is a rare opportunity to own a spectacular piece of land within the idyllic Big S...
Located between Townsend and White Sulphur Springs, the 40.21± acre Grassy Mountain Retreat Parcel 2 is a rare opportunity to own a spectacular log home in the renowned Big Sky Country. Attention to detail is evident in all aspects of the property from the custom 2,068 sq ft log home to the heated workshops, large barn, h...
Most mountain retreat properties are too secluded to be comfortable, and require too much sacrifice, but not this one! Located between Townsend and White Sulphur Springs, the Grassy Mountain Retreat Parcel 1 consists of 20.11± deeded acres and is a rare opportunity to own a spectacular piece of land within the idyllic Big ...
Log cabin overlooking historic Virginia City, MT- 2 bed 1 Full Bath home has many unique artistic finishes including log end/cement wall, built in book case, small river-rock/cement wall with a tree and a small river-rock/cement tub surround in full bath. Loft bedroom w/ exterior entrance, & a sun room/studio/library/mu...
Take the opportunity to own your Montana Dream Property. The Yeager Ranch is a lush, expansive operating cattle ranch rooted along the Rocky Mountain Front, one of Montana's most picturesque mountain ranges. The land is rugged, beautiful, wild and free and holds majestic peaks and vast prairies with equal awe and glory. Thi...
Over 3,000 feet of frontage on the well known West Fork of the Bitterroot River, The Historic Alta Ranch is the second largest land holding in the upper West Fork. Located 40 minutes south of Hamilton with paved year around access the ranch features two large trout ponds plus Painted Rocks Reservoir just down the road. 3,20...
This 350 acre estate-like property is superbly located for the discriminating buyer who seeks privacy and convenience. The Main House: The main house is a custom crafted log home with all of the amenities one seeks in an artisan home. The 5032 sq/ft home was perfectly placed to capture the beautiful views of the Crazy Mou...
Amazing opportunity to own a truly rare piece of incredible hunting ground in Montana. Resident elk are found all over on this piece and the National Forest that surrounds it. You have private access to it all through the property. This is one of those properties that you need to see to appreciate. Several springs bubble ou...
Massive Madison Mountain views from this hilltop 47+ ac parcel w/ junipers. There are multiple building sites to choose from….tuck in or go to the top. Ride horseback out your back yard as Axolotl Lakes are close by for fishing, hiking & recreation. Not a horse person? – use your four-wheeler or your chevrolegs to e...
Recreational property at it's finest with elk, deer, antelope etc. as your new neighbors. 29+ acres with top of the world views of the entire Madison Valley and the Madison Mountain Range. Walking-horseback riding easement allows direct private access to State, BLM and USFS grounds. Some heavy timber. 1.5 miles to a chain o...
Beautifully treed acreage in the heart of Axolotl Lakes recreational area bordering thousands of acres that are under Conservation Easement protecting your views forever. 21+ acres is accessed by Madison County road that currently has seasonal access. Underground power, massive mountain views, motorized vehicle access to Ax...
Only 12 miles from Ennis or Big Sky but in a completely different world, is this quintessential cabin tucked on 5 private treed acres. Built in 1955, this vintage gem has 2 bedrooms-2 baths & has been completely updated yet still retains its rustic, mid-century charm. Improvements include a large 2+ garage, newer furnac...
203+ acres that is comprised of five plated (Madison County approved) lots that is currently used for irrigated hay ground and pasture lands. Keep for agricultural use, consider a conservation easement, sell parcels off individually, build on one and sell the remainder......with this property the potential choices are yours...
HUNTERS and outdoor-wildlife enthusiasts take note! This rare property in Rising Sun Estates is located behind a locked gate. Owners in good standing can get access + four (owner +3 guests or immediate family) hunting permits per year (must have valid MT hunting license) to hunt some of the most prime property in the Ma...