Lewistown Divide Ranch
Lewistown, Montana
$1,317,000
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Reduced from $1,468,000
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440 Deeded Acres
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10 Miles East of Lewistown
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Along the Beautiful Divide
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Pristine Views
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Home, Garage, and Outbuildings
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Mule Deer, Whitetail Deer, Elk,
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Bear, Turkey, and Occasional Moose
Lewistown Divide Ranch:
Absolutely Stunning acreage just 10 miles east of Lewistown located along the “Divide”, between the Judith and Snowy Mountains. Extensive panoramic views of six mountain ranges. Ranch is private and diverse with open pastures, heavy timber, and numerous ponds. Quaint home with garage and livestock outbuildings. This is the first time offering since homesteaded. Wildlife include Mule and Whitetail Deer, Elk, Bear, Turkey and occasional Moose. Excellent opportunity close to the “Still Montana” community of Lewistown.
Location:
Settled between the Judith and Snowy Mountains locally referred to as “The Divide”. The Divide receives high moisture and remains green for most of the year. The Divide is a lush highly desired mountain setting with extensive panoramic views of six mountain ranges. The Lewistown Divide Ranch is private and diverse with open pastures, heavy timber, and numerous reservoirs. Lewistown has been in national magazines and journals as one of the best places in America to live, hunt, and fish. The beauty and quality of life in this area is unsurpassed.
Lewistown Area:
Lewistown, with a steady population of 6,500, is in the Center of Montana surrounded by five area mountain ranges. Located to the north is the Missouri River and Fort Peck recreation area noted for all types of hunting and fishing recreation. Lewistown is 130 miles from Billings and 105 miles from Great Falls, both have service for major airlines. The local airport will support all sizes of private aircraft.
Central Montana Area:
Central Montana has a wide variety of outdoor activities. Big Spring Creek, Judith River, Missouri River, Crystal Lake, Warm Spring Creek, Ackley Lake, Petrolia Lake, and Fort Peck Lake are the main sources of water for fishing and recreation. Besides the water sources, there are five area mountain ranges that provide a variety of hunting and other forms of recreation. The Central Montana area has quality agricultural land with reliable production of hay, small grains, and cattle.
Ranch Size:
The Lewistown Divide Ranch encompasses a total of 440 deeded acres, the owners are offering to split the property if there is a desire for only 300 deeded acres. The Department of Revenue indicates with the 44o deeded acres that 90 +/- acres of forest land, 350 +/- acres of grazing. The present agricultural use has been primarily focused on cattle grazing. The ranch could easily support 50 cow/calf pair during the summer grazing months.
Water:
Livestock water for the ranch comes from reservoirs and developed springs. The home has improved water from a developed spring as well.
Improvements:
In a private setting off the county road surrounded by mature trees is the main buildings. The home was built in 1943 and includes 3 Bedrooms and 1 Bath. Complimenting the home is a series of livestock buildings, maintained pole buildings lean-to’s and sheds. The corrals are also located close to county road for easy access.
Wildlife:
A benefit of the “Divide” area is the vast amount of wildlife. Mostly migratory but resident to the nearby Judith and Snowy Mountains. Elk frequent the area and ranch. Elk numbers have never been higher toping 8,000 in this area. Other wildlife supported by the areas vast resources are Mule Deer, Whitetail Deer, Antelope, Upland Birds, and Black Bear. The deer and antelope are constants on the ranch. Hunting opportunities for Sharp Tail, Hungarian Partridge, Blue Grouse, and Turkey are endless. Black Bear are prominent in the area as well.
Comments:
The pristine views of the Lewistown valley and surrounding mountain ranges set the property apart. Overall The Lewistown Divide Ranch has unlimited ways to enjoy Central Montana. Excellent opportunity close to the “Still Montana” community of Lewistown.