Land for sale

Overview

This scenic property features an incredible view of the Elkhorn mountains as well as a great view of the town of Elkhorn right from the building site. With a running spring and plenty of timber on the property, youll have everything you need for a perfect Montana retreat. You can't go wrong with this property, which has plenty of wildlife, hunting and fishing, history, and recreation nearby. This property has a small running spring that could potentially be developed into a good water source so you can enjoy your property without having to haul in water or drill a well. There is a building site with great views of the surrounding mountains and valleys and a birds eye view of the town of Elkhorn. Youll be able to enjoy the scenic views right from your front porch. The property is heavily wooded with lodgepole pine and Douglas-Fir trees that you could use for a log cabin or any other structures. And it is all behind a locked gate, giving you all the privacy that you need. The small community of Elkhorn is a mile from the property, giving you the option of year-round living if you're up for it! This property is perfect for anyone who wants to bring their own camper, haul in building materials, or build the log cabin of their dreams. The property is seated back in the coveted Elkhorn Mountains, giving you access to some of Montana's best wildlife and recreation. It's hard to go wrong with plenty of hiking, biking, ATVing, and camping in the area. The Elkhorn Mountains cover over 150, 000 acres of National Forest land for you to get out and explore. Youll be able to listen to bull elk bugling during the rut right from your front door. The area also has great hunting for cow and spike elk, mule deer, black bear, and whitetail deer. The Elkhorn bull elk tag is a special draw with a legendary status because of how big the bulls are, but cow and spike tags are available as well. This property is perfect for a hunting cabin getaway with plenty of wildlife and opportunity out your front door. There is also some great fishing in the area, with options of a relaxing river float or some high mountain lake fishing, which you'll have nearby. The Boulder River is the closest to home and boasts great fishing for large brown and rainbow trout, a great spot to throw your line in on your way to or from the town of Boulder. Youll also have the Jefferson River, with its amazing views towards Whitehall. The Madison River, which has a legendary fishing status due to high numbers of fish and trophy fish potential, is an hour away. If you're looking for some easy brook and cutthroat trout fishing, youll have some good options close by. The Tizer Lakes and Hidden Lake are just over the mountain and have roads and trails right to them, giving you an easy spot to take a trip up and over the mountain on your ATV for some good fishing on some easy-to-catch fish. Glenwood Lake and Leslie Lake are also in the area, which has some good fishing to go along with a nice hike. So whether you're looking for some excellent river fishing or a hike for some scenic lake fishing, youll have options here. For a short trip to town for things like groceries, gas, and family dining, the town of Boulder, Montana, is about 20 miles away. The town of Whitehall is about 45 miles from the property, offering similar stops. The state capital and city of Helena are about 50 miles away and offer things like big-box store shopping, fine dining, a college, and an airport to fulfill your needs completely. Similarly, Butte is roughly 60 miles away and offers many of the same amenities. Both major towns are on Interstate 15, giving you the ease of commuting or taking an easy trip to town while enjoying the peace and quiet of being tucked away in the mountains of Montana. The town of Elkhorn has a rich mining history that is preserved by its well-preserved buildings along the town's main street. The Elkhorn silver mine is one of the nation's longest-operating and richest silver mines, from