Stillwater Legacy Ranch
712± Acres
- Price
- $19,500,000
- Deeded Acres
- 712±
- County
- Stillwater
- Location
- Nye, Montana
Nestled in the heart of Nye, Montana, Stillwater Legacy Ranch is a rare and remarkable offering that is rich in history and epitomizes the beauty and recreational abundance of the Stillwater Valley. Encompassing approximately 712± deeded acres, this property is framed by nature’s finest elements—rugged peaks, winding rivers, fertile meadows, and expansive nearby public lands. A true sanctuary for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, the ranch is surrounded by the stunning Beartooth Mountains and Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. This untouched backcountry yields access to world-class hiking, fishing, hunting, and outdoor adventure, right from your back gate and beyond.
Stillwater Legacy Ranch boasts an extraordinary 1.65± miles of the Stillwater River frontage, complemented by 0.7± miles of both sides of the West Fork Stillwater River flowing through the middle of the property. In addition to these significant water features, the property hosts a network of spring creeks that offer outstanding potential for stream restoration and enhancement, creating both ecological value and fly-fishing opportunities. Adding to its rarity, these natural thermal springs that never freeze over flow year-round through the property, enhancing its appeal, utility, and natural wonder.
Originally homesteaded in 1896, this working ranch has been owned and operated by the same family for 129 years. It has earned distinction as a Montana Historical Ranch and is a treasured part of the state’s ranching heritage.
Agriculturally, the ranch offers a strong and well-balanced operation, featuring 208± acres of irrigated ground and an additional 200± acres of sub-irrigated ground, with ample hay production and the capacity to support a thriving cattle operation through both private and permitted grazing resources. Improvements on the property include three modest homes, a barn, a garage, and four sheds—ideal for supporting an active agricultural lifestyle.
Stillwater Legacy Ranch is ideally situated just 45± minutes from Columbus, 1± hour from the charming town of Red Lodge, and 1.5± hours from the commercial hub of Billings. Whether you’re seeking a private retreat, a working ranch, or a family legacy property, Stillwater Legacy Ranch offers unmatched natural beauty, abundant flowing waters, historic prestige, and remarkable privacy.
Property Facts
- 712± deeded acres
- 1.65± miles of Stillwater River and 0.7± miles of both sides of the West Fork Stillwater River – crystal-clear trout water and endless natural beauty
- Thermal waters and natural springs flow throughout the ranch, with opportunities for stream restoration
- With no zoning restrictions and no conservation easement, you are free to build, preserve, or evolve the land as you see fit
- Abundant wildlife including whitetail deer, wild turkeys, waterfowl, bears, mountain lions, and bald eagles
- Surrounded by the stunning Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness – close access to world-class hiking, fishing, hunting, and outdoor adventure
- ATV access to high mountain lakes and scenic forest trails
- 208± acres of irrigated creeping meadow foxtail and orchard grass, plus 200± acres of sub-irrigated ground
- Supports 160 cow/calf from October through May, with 12 bulls and 30 replacement heifers on summer lease ground, plus a forest service permit for 39 head from July 25 through September 30
- Just minutes to Woodbine Falls and a Custer National Forest trailhead, located within 5± miles
- 20± air miles from Yellowstone National Park
- 45± minutes from Columbus, Montana, 1± hour from Red Lodge, and 1.5± hours from Billings and Billings Logan International Airport
- Listing Broker: James Esperti, Partner | 406.581.4795 | jesperti@fayranches.com
- Listing Broker: Sam Shelton | 406.600.5354 | sshelton@fayranches.com
- Learn more about this property, its investment potential and information about the area in the Property Brochure.
THIS RANCH IS CO-MARKETED WITH FAY RANCHES.
Fay Ranches has been providing brokerage and advisory services for the acquisition and sale of significant land assets since 1992. While not forgetting our roots as a sporting ranch company, we have expanded our focus and expertise to include the finest farms, ranches, timberland, plantations and vineyards from coast to coast. Over the last two decades, we have built a network of relationships including our Strategic Alliance with Texas-based Republic Ranches. We continue to lead the industry with our consistent ability to source land opportunities for investors and use our unrivaled reach and marketing platform to handle the sale of exceptional land assets. Fay Ranches is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana with offices across the United States, from Oregon to Tennessee.
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