Coyote Creek RanchB e a v e r h e a d C o u n t y , M o n t a n a
F l y F i s h i n g | H u n t i n g | R a n c h i n g | C o n s e r v a t i o n
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Introduction:Nestled at the base of the Pioneer Mountains in the
Horse Prairie Valley of southwest Montana in Beaverhead
County is the Coyote Creek Ranch. Bordering the
Beaverhead National Forest and BLM land in a private
setting, the ranch is comprised of 2,804 +/- deeded acres of
fir-timbered hillsides, rich native range and pasture and a
lush tree-lined riparian corridor. The acreage encompasses
approximately 2 miles of Coyote Creek, a mountain
stream fishery with brook trout. This area is known for
vast sweeping, picturesque vistas in every direction and
renowned for superb big game hunting and trout fishing
opportunities. Deer, elk, antelope and Shiras moose are
regularly seen on the ranch. Improvements include a 3,190
sqft log home overlooking a stocked trout pond, a second
guesthouse or manager’s residence and horse facilities
including a barn and corrals. The ranch has a BLM
allotment and Forest Service permit for grazing summer
cattle and includes both irrigation and stock water rights.
This premier Montana ranch for sale is diversely-suited
for a year-round or seasonal residence, corporate retreat,
cattle or horse ranch or guest ranch facility.
Coyote Creek RanchB e a v e r h e a d C o u n t y , M o n t a n a
Jack McInerney, Sales Associate
Jeff Shouse, Associate Broker
Craig Janssen, Montana Managing Broker
Toll Free: 866.734.6100
Office: 406.586.6010
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Area:Beaverhead County contains approximately 5,572 square
miles and is the largest county by geographic area in
Montana, yet the population is around 9,000 people. The
region is comprised of highly-productive irrigated and
dryland farms, sprawling cattle ranches, timbered foothill
and bench terrain, expanses of prairie and rangeland and
high-alpine mountainous areas. The mountains and plains
are home to a compelling diversity of wildlife. The region
offers premier recreational opportunities, rich history of
exploration, gold mining and ranching, and the relaxed
rural lifestyle. Beaverhead County also has the distinction
of being one of the largest cattle and hay producing areas
of Montana.
Dillon serves as county seat and provides most shopping
and services, restaurants, medical facilities, fly fishing shops
and an airport capable of handling small jet aircraft. Dillon
was recently listed in Forbes Magazine as one of “America’s
Prettiest Towns”, and it is also home to University of
Montana Western with 1,400 undergraduate students.
Location:The Coyote Creek Ranch is located west of Grant, Montana, at the western edge of the Horse Prairie Valley in Beaverhead
County. The largest town in the area is Dillon, approximately 38 miles northeast of the ranch. Access is via Interstate-15
south from Dillon, west on to State Highway 324, followed by a gravel and dirt road to the ranch. The closest airports
offering regular commercial service are in Butte, Montana, and Idaho Falls, Idaho, both nearly 2 hours away.
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Ranging from 6,600 to 7,000 feet elevation, the Coyote
Creek Ranch encompasses approximately 2,804 deeded
acres and 160 acres of State of Montana lease ground.
Located in an end-of-the-road setting,
the property is private and secluded
with unobstructed mountain views.
Over half of the ranch is comprised
of native rangeland with scattered
pockets of timber. Coyote Creek runs
through the ranch for roughly 2 miles, creating a lush
Acreage:riparian zone rich with wildlife. Approximately 1,000
acres of the ranch are currently flood-irrigated pasture,
and some of this acreage has been hayed in the past.
In addition to the State lease, the
ranch also controls a 2-month BLM
grazing allotment for 321 Animal
Unit Months (AUMs) and a 3-month
Forest Service grazing permit on the
Beaverhead National Forest for 170
cow/calf pairs and 4 bulls.
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The current owner leases the ranch from June 1st through
October 15th for 400 pairs and 200 yearlings. Water rights
include both irrigation and stock water from creeks and
springs dating as early as 1900.
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Improvements include a beautiful log construction
3-bedroom, 4-bath primary residence with main floor,
finished basement and loft comprising approximately
3,190 sqft. The house includes a river rock fireplace and
large wrap-around deck, large kitchen, family room and
recreation room in an open floor plan that facilitates
entertaining. There is a large lawn surrounding the house
and a detached 2-car garage. The property also includes
a second home, ideal for guests, a caretaker or manager,
as well as a first-class horse barn and set of corrals. Jack
fencing lines the roads around the buildings.
Improvements:
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Live Water: Coyote Creek flows through the Coyote Creek Ranch and supports a nice population of brook trout up to 10 inches. As
well, a large trout pond stocked with rainbow trout up to 5 pounds is located within casting distance of the house.
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Montana’s trout streams are legendary, in quantity,
quality and scale. The state arguably contains more
premier water than could be fished in a lifetime. Seven
rivers in Montana have the distinction of “blue ribbon”
status, simply the best of the best. Two of these rivers, the
Beaverhead and the Big Hole, are within a 1-hour drive
of the property. In addition, the Madison River is within
an hour and a half drive. Other notable fisheries in the
nearby vicinity include the Red Rock River, Ruby River,
Jefferson River and Clark Canyon Reservoir.
Several mountain streams and its main tributary, the Red
Rock River, feed Clark Canyon, located 20 miles from
the ranch. The reservoir is recognized by knowledgeable
fly fishermen as one of the best stillwater fisheries in
Montana, where rainbow and brown trout exceeding
10 pounds are not uncommon. The Beaverhead River,
Nearby Live Water:
which flows out of Clark Canyon, is world-renowned as
one of Montana’s finest big-fish trout streams. Tailwater
and spring creek conditions, regular hatches and huge,
selective trout characterize the upper stretches of the
river. Closer to Dillon, Montana, the river offers deeper
pools and runs, undercut banks and riffle areas, where
the fish are more apt to chase gaudy streamers and big
stonefly nymphs.
There are numerous small stream fisheries and mountain
lakes within close proximity of the Coyote Creek Ranch
where one can chase cutthroat and brown trout, as well
as viable populations of Montana grayling. The creeks in
the area receive relatively little fishing pressure, are easy
to wade and are full of fish that will enthusiastically take
a variety of fly patterns.
Recreation: Montana offers an overwhelming bounty of natural resources, blessed with millions of acres of snowcapped peaks and
pristine forests, river riparian ecosystems cradling some of the finest trout streams on the planet, 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, and people flock to Big Sky Country each year to experience
outdoor pursuits amidst the most magnificent scenery found anywhere in the world.
Hunting:Some of Montana’s best hunting opportunities are 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, and then hunting for Hungarian partridge
and grouse in the afternoon.
The Coyote Creek Ranch is located in Hunting District 329 and
offers excellent opportunities for mule and whitetail deer, elk,
moose and antelope. The best whitetail hunting is early in the
season, and the larger mule deer bucks show up on the property
as the rut commences in November. Elk and antelope can be
seen at any time during the season. Both moose and antelope
tags are only available through a special draw process. Blue
grouse are also found on the ranch.
The Lower Beaverhead Valley, north of Dillon is one of the finest waterfowl areas in America, and pheasant, Hungarian
partridge and sage grouse are found with regularity in this area. In addition to the hunting on the ranch, the bordering
Beaverhead National Forest and Bureau of Land Management offer thousands of additional acres to pursue game.
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Summary
The Coyote Creek Ranch represents an opportunity to
acquire a wonderful recreational property in one of the
most secluded and sparsely-populated ranching areas
of Southwest Montana. The ranch sits at the end of the
road, borders National Forest and BLM lands, and enjoys
big-sweeping vistas of pristine Montana landscape. The
property and improvements are ideally suited for any
number of uses, private or corporate retreat, guest ranch
or a working cattle/horse ranch. With gorgeous views,
excellent water, a diverse wildlife community and viable
agricultural component, the Coyote Creek Ranch is a
compelling Montana ranch offering.
PRICE: Reduced to $3,800,000
TAXES: $5,500 in 2012
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.
CONTACT: Jack McInerney, Associate • Jeff Shouse, Broker Craig Janssen, Montana Managing Broker
Toll Free: 866.734.6100
Office: 406.586.6010
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