Land for sale

Overview

Waterfront Property on the Mountain! Nestled within the pristine wilderness of the Salish Mountains in Northwest Montana lies a remarkable opportunity: a quarter section property boasting a serene private lake. Enveloped by breathtaking mountain vistas, this parcel of land presents an idyllic setting for those seeking an off-grid recreational property. With ample space for self-sustaining infrastructure, cultivation, and expansion, the property offers endless possibilities for sustainable living. Finish out the existing infrastructure that was designed as a family compound to support multiple off-grid dwellings. Build multiple cabins with epic mountain views or refuge in a single camper and restore the mountain to its original sanctuary state for wildlife. Surrounded by nature's splendor and tranquility, this parcel is a rare gem awaiting the vision of its next steward. Call Joe Sangimino / Tanner Rauk or your real estate professional. The property is surrounded by publicly accessible land. Montana State land borders the western side of the property and abuts National Forest. The remaining three sides border Green Diamond Resource Land (BMA as of 2024) that is accessible by the public with limitations. With elevations ranging from 3800 4300, approximately 45 acres of the property encompasses a basin with a private lake in the middle. The lake is suspected to hold a healthy population of cutthroat trout and possible other cold water fish species (unconfirmed). There are two separate seasonal tributaries that run through the property. The lake is fed by a mountain spring with vegetation and wetland around the perimeter. The habitat diversity along with a large water source is a major wildlife attractant for whitetail deer, mule deer, elk, moose, and bears. Throughout this mountain forest ecosystem, you will find mixed varieties of larch, douglas fir, spruce, and lodgepole pine trees. The property comes with a variety of improvements at varying stages of completion. These include the structures fixed to a permanent foundation, a chicken coop, shed, fencing, etc. There is also a partially fenced location with some fruit trees planted to start an orchard. This property does not have permanent electric infrastructure, water wells, or a septic system. A solar array was intended to provide electric along with gas / propane generators. Water was historically used and filtered from the lake and the campers utilized state-of-the-art dehydrating toilets. This property is being sold as-is. The road access to the property is long approximately 1.1 miles to the property boundary and 1.6 miles to the lake after turning off of Mckillop Creek Road and going through a steel security gate. The road has been fairly well maintained and is suitable for SUVs or trucks during good weather conditions. There is over 2 miles of interior road infrastructure on the property of varying quality all traversable by UTV. The ridge systems on both the east and west sides of the lake provide phenomenal overlook views and glassing locations for wildlife. Happys Inn is a local restaurant/bar that is only a short seven minute drive from the property. It is known for hosting epic concert venues with popular artists and bands. The property is 40 minutes from Libby and one hour from Kalispell. Glacier International Airport is a one hour and 6 minute drive. Within view of the property, the Thompson Chain of Lakes feature great fishing for lake trout, kokanee salmon, cutthroat trout, perch, crappie, northern pike, and brook trout. The cabinet wilderness is located a few miles to the west if you are in search of a high-mountain wilderness adventure. Its a promised land for outdoorsman and hikers alike with more wilderness than could be traversed in a lifetime. From snow capped peaks to cascading waterfalls and glacial lakes, theres no shortage of breathtaking places to adventure. Snowmobiling, snowshoeing, ATV riding, horseback riding, camping, and backcountry hunting are