Positioned on the east flank of the valley, the 4,667+/- acre Bitterroot Mountain Retreat offers a well-blocked and private holding, one hour from Missoula, Montana’s second largest city. Nestled in the foothills of the Sapphire Range, this sprawling complex delivers a classic foothill assemblage with an expansive, gently ascending native range below, giving way to forested ridges and gullies in the upper elevations. Sharing a five-mile boundary with Bitterroot National Forest, the recreational opportunities are significant on both the deeded and public grounds. The ranch is lightly yet thoughtfully improved, with a lodge and two remote cabins.
Hunting District 261, where the property is situated, is one of Montana’s top trophy Mule deer management areas. In addition to quality mule deer, elk utilize the property in archery and rifle season, offering good representative bulls. Other species, such as whitetail deer, black bear, mountain lion, grouse, and a myriad of smaller game and birds, call the ranch home.
In addition to hunting, the property offers a multitude of recreational pursuits, including horseback riding, hiking, four-wheeling/trail riding, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, and bird watching. The vast mountain ranges, beautiful meadows, long vistas, and lush valleys contribute to the area and include trail systems that offer additional recreational experiences.
The Facts:
~ 4,667+/- acre, well-blocked mix of native range and timber on the east flank of the famed Bitterroot Valley in the foothills of the Sapphire Mountain Range
~ 3,700+/- square foot resplendent metal-clad lodge with accommodation for a dozen guests, commercial kitchen, spa, and game processing/storing facility situated in prime elk and mule deer habitat
~ Two fully-appointed hunting cabins accommodate several guests each
~ Coveted Hunting District 261 with one of the best trophy mule deer tags in the state
~ Five-mile boundary with the United States Forest Service increasing recreational opportunities
~ One hour's drive to Missoula, Montana’s second largest city, and 25 minutes to Hamilton, a town of approximately 5,000 people
~ 194 AUM state grazing lease
~ Extensive stock water system utilizing wells and springs
~ Perimeter and cross-fencing
~ The Bitterroot Valley offers some of the mildest climate in the state