Upper Big Hole River Retreat
Wise River, Montana
Keith Handlos
Sales Associate
Beaverhead Home & Ranch Real Estate
10 W Reeder St ~ Dillon MT 59725
Office: 406.683.2234
www.beaverheadhomeandranch.com
Location
The upper Big Hole River Retreat is located near the Beaverhead National forest 40 miles Southwest of Butte and 65 miles
North of Dillon.
Acreage
The upper Big Hole River Retreat consist of 411 +/- acres, some
of which are irrigated. The Big Hole River winds its way
through the property along with a piece of the Lamarche
River. These parcels of water give adequate habitat for trout,
waterfowl and upland game. The timber is thick and lushes
throughout the property providing an abundance od deer,
elk and moose.
Recreational Opportunities
Within the Big Hole Valley and surrounding areas, the opportunities to have fun are virtually limitless; hiking, camping, trail
riding, horse packing, cross-country skiing, downhill skiing,
snowmobiling, motorcycling, prospecting, boating, fishing,
hunting, swimming, bird watching, mountain climbing,,,,, and so
much more!!!!
Fishing
The Big Hole River is one of the prettiest rivers in Montana and
also home to some of the best blue-ribbon trout waters in Montana. The Big Hole River flows for 155 +/- miles with spectacular
views of thick forests, rock cliffs and open agriculture fields.
The river is known for its high numbers of large wild and
brown trout. Brook trout fishing is also prime on the upper locations of the Big Hole River.
Hunting & Wildlife
The Big Hole Valley is home to Elk, Antelope, Moose, Bear, Whitetail and Mule Deer. Many species of which can be found right
on the property.
Community
The Big Hole River flows into Wise River where the community
consists of a K-8 school, church, post office, a café and a
general store. Fly fishing and camping are the most popular
summer tourist attractions in the area. Snowmobiling in the
winter months bring in additional people. Close to an hour
drive is Maverick Mountain Ski Hill and lodge that sport
some extra fun in the winter season.
Access
Access is available from Highway 43 and a plan is in place to provide a forest service license agreement, which his not yet in
place.
Elevation, Precipitation and Climate
Zipcode
Altitude
Rainfall (inches annually)
Snowfall (inches annually)
January Avg. Low Temp
July Avg. High Temp
Days of Precipitation Annually
Days Mostly Sunny Annually
er)
Comfort Index (during hot weath-
City
County
National
6,334
6,334
7,068
1,443
11.6
11.6
11.6
36.5
24.8
24.8
43.7
25.0
8.3
8.3
6.4
20.5
80.0
80.0
79.7
86.5
89
89
86
100
178
178
180
205
74
74
74
44
Water rights / Easements
There are water rights out of Lamarche Creek, Minnie Creek and West
Fish Trap Creek.
There is a conservation easement with Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation with one potential building envelopes not yet chosen.
Leases and Permits
The ranch is currently leases on a year to year basis for the grazing ground.
Taxes
2013 taxes were $239.25
Showings
Please contact Keith Handlos, Sales Associate to schedule a
showing. This is an exclusive listing with Beaverhead Home &
Ranch Real Estate. An associate must be present at all showings. Please call Keith Handlos, agent, at (406) 925-1814.
Price and Terms
$2,200,000 Cash or New Financing.
Broker’s Comments
The upper Big Hole River Retreat is a premier Montana property
located astride the Big Hole River between Wisdom and Wise
River. This is one of those unique properties which embodies everything that makes Montana the last best place. With copious
amounts if frontage on the most prestigious free stone blue
ribbon rivers in the west, frontage on one of its top tributaries
(LaMarche Creek), combined with a second to none elk hunting
component makes this a sportsman’s dream. Imagine all these
components in one of Montana’s most breath taking settings, If
you are looking for that beautiful, one of a kind river properties in Southwest Montana, The Upper Big Hole River Retreat is a
must see.
This offering is subject to errors and omissions. Information regarding the land classification, potential profits, ect., are intended only as a general guidelines and have been provided by sources deemed reliable, but whose accuracy the owner or his
agents cannot guarantee. Prospective purchasers are encourage to verify each and every fact to his or her satisfaction . Maps
are provided as a general reference only.