$3,500,000
This 360-acre property is truly a one-of-a-kind. Nestled along the Musselshell River at the foothills of the Bull Mountains, this working cattle ranch and hay farm is a producer and/or sportsman’s dream.
On the production side, this property is perimeter and cross-fenced, and has been used to graze cattle year round. Strong water rights are attached to the land. This property boasts two pivots with strong irrigation rights, as well as multiple fields set up for flood irrigation. There are approximately 127 acres under irrigation; two 50+ acre fields with pivots, and the rest set up for flood irrigation. There is also a 65-acre field that is currently in dryland production, but it can be irrigated with minimal development. These fields typically experience 4 cuttings per year, producing approximately 1,500 tons of hay per annually when in full production.
On the sporting side, trophy elk and whitetail deer, turkeys, upland birds and waterfowl are a regular occurrence. Bald eagles nest near the river, and the occasional wolf has been spotted. Located in the 590 hunting district, landowner preference is also available. It would be relatively easy to install a few cabins near the river for AirBnb/Vrbo-type hunting rentals. Fishing is also very productive; the Musselshell River holds catfish, sauger, northern pike, smallmouth bass, and even the occasional walleye.
There is a 3-bedroom, 1-bath house on the property which needs renovation. However, this home sits up on a bench and offers a spectacular view of the ranch, particularly of the fields along the river. Next to the home is an old cabin which could also be renovated for a rental or guest quarters. There is also a 30’ x 30’ shop with an attached lean-to, a calving barn, and working corrals. The property has not been occupied for residential purposes for some time, so some maintenance/upgrades would be required. There are also numerous building sites with spectacularly views should the new owner desire to build a custom home.
This property feels remote, but it is only 5 miles from town. It is accessed on the north side by an easement from Highway 12, and on the south side by an easement from Number 4 Road. Power is at the site.
Quiet, peaceful, and productive, this ranch is truly a Musselshell River paradise. For more information, or to schedule a showing, please contact Cory Gangle at (406) 239-1486, or cory@wildcountryranch.net.
