Little Mission Creek Ranch LIVINGSTON, MONTANA Hunting Ranching Fly Fishing Conservation
Little Mission Creek Ranch LIVINGSTON, MONTANA Introduction: Located southeast of Livingston, Montana, the Little Mission Creek Ranch enjoys privacy and seclusion in a spectacular mountain foothill setting. Consisting of five contiguous parcels totaling approximately 586 deeded acres, the property lies on the northern flank of the Absaroka Range, the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness and the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. The ranch is wellwatered with four small streams including ¾ mile of Little Mission Creek. Improvements consist of a log homestead building, a small set of corrals and perimeter fencing, with a number of superior building sites offering tremendous views. The Gallatin National Forest boundary is within a mile of the ranch, and both the Yellowstone and Boulder Rivers are within a 30-minute drive. The Little Mission Creek Ranch offers strong recreational amenities, an agricultural component, potential conservation options and many choice homesites, creating a unique purchase opportunity in one of the most scenic locations in Montana. Craig Janssen, Associate Broker Jack McInerney, Sales Associate Jeff Shouse, Associate Broker Toll Free: 866.734.6100 Office: 406.586.6010
Location: Southwest Montana, and especially the area around Livingston, is considered by many to be one of the most desirable locales in the Treasure State. The region is characterized by varying geography; productive irrigated river valleys, timbered foothill and bench country, large expanses of rolling prairie and rangeland, and high-alpine mountainous terrain. The area is touted for its myriad recreational opportunities, cultural variety, historical richness, and distinctive Western atmosphere. Lying south of Livingston is the spectacular Paradise Valley that is framed by two prominent mountain ranges - the Absarokas to the east, and the Gallatin Range to the west - with specific snow-capped peaks exceeding 10,000 feet in elevation. The Yellowstone River bisects the valley floor, and it is fed by numerous freestone streams and spring creeks, the majority of which originate from the high-forested slopes of the surrounding mountains. Populations of deer, elk and pronghorn antelope are frequently seen in the foothills and hayfields around the perimeter of the valley. Moose, bear, bighorn sheep and Rocky Mountain goats also roam the forests and peaks of the Absaroka and Gallatin Ranges.
Acreage: Situated on the northern end of the spectacular Absaroka Mountain Range, the Little Mission Creek Ranch consists of five contiguous parcels totaling approximately 586+/- deeded acres. Swingley Road runs west to east through the acreage with two parcels of the property lying north of the road and three lying south. Little Mission Creek flows roughly 3/4 mile through the ranch, and there are portions of three other small creeks located on the acreage - Anderson, Billy Goat and Bullis Creeks - as well as scattered springs. The topography of the land varies from mountain-foothill slopes, to elevated benches and native grass pastures/meadows, to riparian corridors along the creeks. Substantial stands of fir and aspen tree-cover are scattered amongst pockets of sage, lush stands of grass and various wildflower species, and chokecherry covered hillsides. The majority of the property has excellent southern exposure and receives good moisture.
Improvements: The ranch is unimproved except for an old log homestead building, a small set of corrals, perimeter fencing and a limited road system from prior timber thinning. However, there are a number of superior building locations on the property that offer tremendous panoramic vistas. The views of Shell Mountain and the northern end of the Absaroka Range are very dramatic. The south portion of the ranch has an end-of-the-road feel and is within 1/4 mile of the Gallatin National Forest boundary to the west. A trailhead along the east edge of the ranch accesses forest lands less than a mile to the south. The ground has historically been utilized for summer grazing of cattle by the current owner and for big game hunting in the fall. There are several filed stock water rights and one irrigation right that will convey with a sale.
Area: Located on the northern edge of Paradise Valley, Livingston was established in the 1880s as a major hub for the Northern Pacific Railroad. Today, the town has become a population of 7,500 people offering a mix of fine restaurants, art galleries, museums, historic buildings and famous fly shops. These fly shops include the renowned Dan Bailey s and George Anderson s Yellowstone Angler. Bozeman, the largest community in the area with a population of roughly 38,000, is located approximately 23 miles west of Livingston on Interstate 90, and it is the major trade center for this region of southwest Montana as well as home to Montana State University. Bozeman provides all major shopping and service related opportunities, many specialty shops and fine dining establishments, and numerous cultural amenities including the Bozeman Symphony, dinosaur exhibits at the Museum of the Rockies, and the Taylor Planetarium.
Live Water: Little Mission Creek supports a modest cutthroat and hybrid rainbow-cutthroat trout cut-bow fishery. The West Boulder River and the Yellowstone River are both within a 30-minute drive.
Nearby Live Water: Montana s trout streams are legendary - in quantity, quality and scale - and the state contains more premier water than could be fished in a lifetime. Seven rivers in Montana have the distinction of being labeled with blue ribbon status - simply the cream of the crop. Within a one and a half hour drive from the Little Mission Creek Ranch are four blue ribbon designated trout streams - the Yellowstone, Gallatin, Madison, and Missouri Rivers, as well as several other notable trout rivers such as the West Boulder, Boulder, Shields, Stillwater and the enormous diversity of Yellowstone National Park s waters. The O Hair and Depuy sections of Armstrong Spring Creek, and Nelson Spring Creek both world-renowned trout fisheries - are within 40 minutes of the property in the Paradise Valley. Several private fee-fishing lakes and ponds located in the area offer a legitimate opportunity to cast to eight to ten pound trout. Additionally, the 921,000-acre Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness Area south of the property, and the Gallatin National Forest lands in the Bridger and Crazy Mountains to the north, are sprinkled with high alpine lakes and crystal clear mountain streams awaiting exploration by the adventurous angler.
Wildlife & Hunting: Wildlife regularly sighted on the ranch include mule deer, whitetail deer, elk, moose, bear and both ruffed and blue grouse along with a host of non-game wildlife species. The hunting opportunities available on the ranch are excellent. Some of Montana s best hunting opportunities are also found in southwestern Montana. The mountains and plains comprising the region harbor all the recognized big game species in Montana, including elk, whitetail and mule deer, antelope, black and grizzly bear, mountain lion, moose, Bighorn sheep and Rocky Mountain goats. Waterfowl and upland wingshooting is also superb in this area with the possibility of decoying ducks and geese in the morning, then hunting for Hungarian partridge, pheasant and three different species of grouse in the afternoon of the same day.
Recreation: Montana offers an overwhelming bounty of natural resources, blessed with millions of acres of snow-capped peaks and pristine forests, river riparian ecosystems cradling some of the finest trout streams on the planet. There are vast expanses of prairie and plains, and a wildlife community that in terms of density and variety, most likely exceeds any other region in the continental United States. Whether the pursuit is fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, skiing, or any number of other similar activities, the possibilities are limited only by the imagination. People flock to Big Sky Country every year to experience outdoor pursuits amidst some of the most magnificent scenery found anywhere in the world. Skiing options include Bridger Bowl Ski Area, 16 miles northeast of Bozeman offering 60 runs and covering 2,000 acres on the Gallatin National Forest. Additionally, there is the Bohart Ranch that is located adjacent to Bridger Bowl and has 30 kilometers of groomed cross-country trails. Big Sky Resort, which is 43 miles south of Bozeman, contains over 3,600 acres that include 122 trails on three mountains. Water & Mineral Rights: The seller will convey all appurtenant water and mineral rights, if any, at closing. However the seller makes no representations or warranties concerning current status or validity of any of these rights. Independent investigation of these items is recommended to any prospective buyer.
Summary The Little Mission Creek Ranch is a diverse property situated in one of the most sought-after areas of southwest Montana. Surrounding neighbors are ranches, and the immediate area is generally considered tightly-held with long standing multi-generational ownership. The ranch offers strong recreational amenities, an agricultural component, potential conservation options, and multiple choices for homesites, creating a unique and compelling purchase opportunity in one of the most scenic locations in Montana. PRICE: $2,995,000, Was $3,500,000 Seller may consider parcel splits CONTACT: Craig Janssen, Associate Broker, Jack McInerney, Sales Associate, Jeff Shouse, Associate Broker Toll Free: 866.734.6100 Office: 406.586.6010 Notes: 1) This is an exclusive listing of Live Water Properties LLC; an agent of Live Water Properties must be present to conduct a showing. The owners respectfully request that other agents and/or prospective buyers contact Live Water Properties in advance to schedule a proper showing and do not attempt to tour or trespass the property on their own. Thank you. 2) Offering subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice, and approval of purchase by owner. Information provided herein is intended as a general guideline and has been provided by sources deemed reliable, but the accuracy of which we cannot guarantee. 3) Live Water Properties LLC represents the Seller as a Seller s Agent.
Quick Facts: 586+/- acres platted in five parcels Spectacular mountain views Mixed topography with lush vegetation and tree cover Varied wildlife community Four small streams and ¾ mile of Little Mission Creek Good hunting and fishing opportunities Within 30 minutes of Boulder and Yellowstone Rivers Numerous premier building sites Year-round county road access Approximately 20 minutes southeast of Livingston Adjacent to a tightly-held ranch community Forest Service trailhead on eastern side of property Forest Service boundary less than a mile Multi-use property with agricultural features Conservation possibilities Possible parcel splits Priced at $3,500,00
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