P IN TL E R C R EEK R ANC H Wisdom, Montana $9,275,000 | 2,000± acres
Pintler Creek Ranch | Wisdom, Montana
INTRODUCTION The Big Hole Valley remains a reflection of Old Montana, a place where time seems to stand still, and we consider that to be exceptionally special. The valley is discreetly celebrated for its robust agricultural output, breathtaking scenery, expansive open landscapes, abundant big game, thriving trout populations, and an authentic Western charm that endures through the years. Squarely situated in this noteworthy region is the Pintler Creek Ranch, encompassing 2,000± acres of hay meadows, extensive grasslands, sagebrush-covered hills, 2± miles of fishable Pintler Creek, and rolling hills with timbered edges adjoining 1.5± miles of National Forest Service land and the famed Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness. The current owner runs around 300-400 cow/calf pair on the ranch from late spring through fall, with water rights allowing for potential hay production. Elk utilize the willow-covered creek bottom for calving in the summer and the timbered habitat on the north end of the ranch for bedding throughout the year. The ranch is located in General License Hunting District 321, maximizing landowner opportunities to draw tags for both archery and rifle seasons, making elk harvesting prospects abundant. In addition to a healthy elk population, the ranch is home to mule deer, pronghorn, black bear, moose, and grouse. Situated approximately 5± miles off Highway 43 via a well-maintained county dirt road, the ranch is accessible year-round. Wisdom, Montana, located about 20± miles south of the ranch, and Wise River, approximately 27± miles to the east, are two charming small Montana towns with the integrity of traditional Western cultures. For additional amenities, including private and commercial airports, the Pintler Creek Ranch is conveniently located 65± miles from both Butte and Anaconda, Montana. With only an old homestead of no functional value and a few corrals, the ranch boasts no additional improvements. Devoid of conservation easements or similar encumbrances, the Pintler Creek Ranch presents a blank canvas with incredible build sites. The Big Hole Valley takes pride in preserving its historical significance deeply rooted in the American West. Native American tribes, the Lewis and Clark Expedition, and the Nez Perce War have all left their mark on this picturesque landscape. Fay Ranches is honored to showcase the Pintler Creek Ranch as an exceptional investment opportunity within the timeless narrative of Montana’s Big Hole Valley.
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2,000± acres covered in a creek bottom, meadows, sagebrush range, and timbered terrain leading into forest service public land Current owner runs 300-400± cow/calf pair from late spring through fall Water rights for hay production Just under 2 miles of Pintler Creek, a small stream fishery 1.5± miles of Forest Service land boundary Tremendous wildlife haven with elk consistently harvested - Montana Hunting District 321, general license for elk and deer No conservation easement and excellent build sites with outstanding views of the Pioneer, AnacondaPintler, and Beaverhead Mountain ranges Easy access off Highway 43 and about 5± miles on a maintained county dirt road Approximately 20± miles north of Wisdom, Montana and 27± miles west of Wise River, Montana 65± miles southwest of Butte and Anaconda, Montana, and Bert Mooney Airport
Pintler Creek Ranch | Wisdom, Montana
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ACREAGE Pintler Creek Ranch sprawls across 2,000± acres of picturesque landscapes, boasting verdant hay meadows, sprawling grasslands, and the rugged beauty of gently sloping hills covered in sagebrush adorned with timbered edges that seamlessly blend into the 1.5± mile boundary with Beaverhead Deerlodge National Forest lands, fostering a direct connection to the majestic Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness. Its allure is amplified by the presence of 2± miles of the serene and fishable Pintler Creek, meandering through the property.
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Pintler Creek Ranch | Wisdom, Montana
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IMPROVEMENTS Pinter Creek Ranch offers a chance to cultivate your Montana property. A historic homestead serves as a genuine reflection of the valley’s past, though it currently serves no practical function. Moreover, the property features a couple of operational corrals. 6
Pintler Creek Ranch | Wisdom, Montana
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Pintler Creek Ranch | Wisdom, Montana
INCOME OPPORTUNY Potential income can be derived from running cattle or reestablishing grass hay production. The current owner manages 300-400± cow/calf pair on the Pintler Creek Ranch from late spring through fall. Although the grass meadows haven’t been used for hay recently, a new owner can utilize water rights to explore hay production on this versatile Montana property. www.fayranches.com | (800) 238.8616 | info@fayranches.com
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RECREATION H unting & W ildlife With approximately 1.5 miles of Forest Service land boundary, Pintler Creek Ranch offers a perfect gateway to Montana Hunting District 321 endeavors. The region boasts a remarkable track record with consistent elk harvests, providing a special opportunity for those seeking big game sporting pursuits. Securing a general license for elk and deer, sportsmen and women can immerse themselves in the natural splendor of this habitat, where elk, deer, moose, black bear, pronghorn and other wildlife traverse the landscape. 10
Pintler Creek Ranch | Wisdom, Montana
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F ishing Encompassing approximately 2 miles of accessible Pintler Creek, Pintler Creek Ranch offers an enjoyable opportunity for fishing enthusiasts. The small, quality stream meanders through the landscape and teems with vibrant 6- to 12-inch brook trout. Positioned near the renowned Big Hole River, a premier fly-fishing destination, Pintler Creek Ranch is in close proximity to some of the most sought-after fly angling in the United States. With the added allure of the rare Arctic grayling, anglers can test their skills against the elusive cutthroat, brook, rainbow, and brown trout that populate the Big Hole River. 12
Pintler Creek Ranch | Wisdom, Montana
O ther R ecreation At Pintler Creek Ranch, embracing the ease of outdoor recreation is easy, with navigable roads and two tracks beckoning adventure enthusiasts. Whether it’s the thrill of ATV and snowmobile driving, the exhilaration of mountain biking, the freedom of trail running, or the timeless joy of horseback riding, Pintler Creek Ranch offers diverse activities. Situated near the Lost Trail Ski Area, winter sports enthusiasts can revel in the snow-covered landscapes, while cross-country skiing aficionados can explore the Chief Joseph Pass trails and top the day off with a soak in local hot springs. This versatile destination promises effortless access to outdoor pursuits, ensuring a year-round playground for those seeking active and fulfilling experiences. 13 www.fayranches.com | (800) 238.8616 | info@fayranches.com
AREA HISTORY Over a century and a half ago, early settlers initiated agricultural endeavors in the Big Hole Valley, a tradition carried on by today’s multigenerational ranches. Native Americans historically traversed the valley for seasonal hunting, and in 1806, William Clark dubbed it the “Hot Springs Valley” during the Corps of Discovery expedition. The region attracted fur trappers seeking beaver before homesteaders arrived in the 1860s. Near Pintler Creek Ranch lies the Big Hole National Battlefield, where in 1877, Nez Perce Indians faced a tragic ambush by the United States Army, resulting in severe casualties on both sides. Chief Joseph’s subsequent attempt to lead his tribe to Canada proved unsuccessful.
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Pintler Creek Ranch | Wisdom, Montana
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS Nestled on the Montana-Idaho border, Lost Trail Ski Area, a mere 35± miles from Pintler Creek Ranch, beckons with its allure. Celebrated for its intimate ambiance, abundant snowfall, and family-friendly setting, the ski hill caters to novice and seasoned skiers with groomed slopes and powder-filled expanses. The Mount Haggin and Chief Joseph Trail Systems provide meticulously groomed trails for classic and skate skiing enthusiasts. The Pioneer Scenic Byway unfolds across 49± paved miles through the stunning Pioneer Mountains, offering a scenic journey. Along this route, discover fishable mountain streams, picturesque campgrounds, historic ghost towns like Elkhorn and Bannack, and the enchanting Crystal Park—a paradise for rockhounding enthusiasts. Next door to Pintler Creek Ranch is the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness, with its 158,615± acres of towering peaks, alpine lakes, and dense forests, creating a haven for hikers, backpackers, and nature enthusiasts seeking untamed beauty.
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W ATER SOURCES | WATER RIGHTS Pintler Creek Ranch features just under 2± miles of Pintler Creek within its boundaries. The ranch benefits from flood irrigation, ensuring ample water access, supported by valuable water rights to enhance the landscape and potential uses. 16
Pintler Creek Ranch | Wisdom, Montana
M INERAL RIGHTS All mineral rights appurtenant to the property and owned by the seller will convey to the buyer at closing. Mineral rights are not guaranteed. It is suggested that the buyer conduct a mineral search with a title company. www.fayranches.com | (800) 238.8616 | info@fayranches.com
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CONSERVATION | STEWARDSHIP Without a conservation easement, Pintler Creek Ranch enjoys a few superb building locations with exceptional vistas of the Pioneer, Anaconda-Pintler, and Beaverhead Mountain ranges. Each of us at Fay Ranches loves the land and wants to see it remain a productive agricultural ground and a quality fish and wildlife habitat. Through promoting thoughtful land stewardship, Fay Ranches has guided owners toward a legacy of conserving wide-open spaces, enhancing and creating fisheries and wildlife habitats, and implementing sustainable agricultural operations. Fay Ranches is proud to say that since our company began in 1992, our clients’ conservation ethics and land-use practices have significantly enhanced our work landscape.
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Pintler Creek Ranch | Wisdom, Montana
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CLIMATE With an average elevation of around 6,050 feet (1,844 meters) above sea level, Wisdom, Montana generally experiences a cold climate due to its high elevation. Winters are cold with average temperatures often dropping below freezing, while summers are cool. https://www.city-data.com/city/Wisdom-Montana.html
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Pintler Creek Ranch | Wisdom, Montana
LOCATION Located between Wisdom, a ranching hub, and Wise River, Montana, a fly-fishing hub, both towns offer essential amenities. The historic mining towns of Butte and Anaconda lie 65± miles to the northeast and reflect their rich mining heritage.
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AIRPORT SERVICES Private aircraft can utilize the Dillon or Anaconda airfields. Bert Mooney Airport in Butte, Montana is the nearest commercial airport and 65± miles from Pintler Creek Ranch. Montana’s most accessible and busiest airport, Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, approximately 2.5 hours from Pintler Creek Ranch, hosts many non-stop flights. The airfield also includes two facilities for private aircraft. Jet Aviation, Yellowstone Jetcenter, Million Air, Northern Wings Aviation, and Summit Aviation offer private and charter flight services. 21 www.fayranches.com | (800) 238.8616 | info@fayranches.com
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Pintler Creek Ranch | Wisdom, Montana
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SUMMARY The Pintler Creek Ranch, nestled in the iconic Big Hole Valley of Montana, encapsulates the essence of Old Montana—a timeless haven where history and natural beauty converge. Spanning 2,000± acres of hay meadows, grasslands, and fishable Pintler Creek, the ranch resonates with authentic Western charm. Adjoining 1.5± miles of National Forest Service land and the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness, Pintler Creek Ranch thrives as an agricultural gem with 300-400± cow/calf pair and potential hay production.
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Pintler Creek Ranch | WIsdom, Montana
The ranch lies in Montana Hunting District 321 and offers abundant elk hunting opportunities, complemented by mule deer, pronghorn, black bear, moose, and grouse populations. Accessible year-round via a well-maintained county road, Pintler Creek Ranch lies close to Wisdom and Wise River, embodying traditional Western culture. The absence of conservation easements and existing improvements provides a pristine canvas for potential development. The Pintler Creek Ranch, presented by Fay Ranches, stands as an investment opportunity within this enduring narrative, a testament to Montana’s rich heritage and the untouched allure of the Big Hole Valley.
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PRICE $9,275,000
TERMS Cash
CONTACT Please contact Greg Fay at (406) 586-4001 | gfay@fayranches.com or Ryan Bramlette at (406) 580-9569 | rbramlette@fayranches.com to schedule a showing. This is an exclusive listing. An agent from Fay Ranches must be present at all showings, unless otherwise noted or other arrangements are made. To view other properties, fly fishing properties, and sporting ranches that we have listed, please visit our web page at www.fayranches.com.
NOTICE Offer is subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice, and approval of purchase by owner. Information regarding land classification, carrying capacities, maps, etc., is intended only as a general guideline and has been provided by the owners and other sources deemed reliable, but the accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Prospective purchasers are encouraged to research the information to their own satisfaction. Other information: The Pintler Creek Ranch can be purchased together with the adjoining 12,982± acre Arrow Ranch. Please contact Ryan Bramlette or Greg Fay for additional details.
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Pintler Creek Ranch | Wisdom, Montana
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RELATIONSHIPS IN REAL ESTATE As required by Montana law, a broker or salesperson shall disclose the existence and nature of relevant agency or other relationships to the parties to a real estate transaction. The various relationships and description of duties are as follows: 1. SELLER AGENT A “Seller Agent” is obligated to the Seller to: Act solely in the best interests of the seller; Obey promptly and efficiently all lawful instructions of the seller; Disclose all relevant and material information that concerns the real estate transaction and that is known to the seller agent and not known or discoverable by the seller unless the information is subject to confidentiality arising from a prior or existing agency relationship on the part of the seller agent; Safeguard the seller’s confidences; Exercise reasonable care, skill, and diligence in pursuing the seller’s objectives and in complying with the terms established in the listing agreement; Fully account to the seller for any funds or property of the seller that comes into the seller agent’s possession; and Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations. Montana law permits a real estate agent, after providing written disclosure to a seller and obtaining a seller’s written consent, to represent multiple sellers of property and to list properties for sale that may compete with the seller’s property, without breaching any obligation to the seller. A “Seller Agent” is obligated to the Buyer to: Disclose to a buyer or the buyer agent any adverse material facts that concern the property and that are known to the seller agent, except that the seller agent is not required to inspect the property or verify any statements made by the seller; Disclose to a buyer or the buyer agent when the seller agent has no personal knowledge of the veracity of information regarding adverse material facts that concern the property; Act in good faith with a buyer and a buyer agent; and Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations. 2. BUYER AGENT (cont) A “Buyer Agent” is obligated to the Seller to: Disclose any adverse material facts that are known to the buyer agent and that concern the ability of the buyer to perform on any purchase offer; Disclose to the seller or the seller agent when the buyer agent has no personal knowledge of the veracity of information regarding adverse material facts that concern the property; Act in good faith with a seller and a seller agent; and Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations. 3. DUAL AGENCY
If a seller agent is also representing a buyer, or a buyer agent is also representing a seller with regard to a property, then a
dual agency relationship may be established. In a dual agency relationship, the dual agent is equally obligated to both the seller and the buyer. These obligations may prohibit the dual agent from advocating exclusively on behalf of the seller or buyer and may limit the depth and degree of representation that you receive. A broker or a salesperson may not act as a dual agent without the signed, written consent of both the seller and the buyer. A “Dual Agent” is obligated to a Seller in the same manner as a seller agent and is obligated to a Buyer in the same manner as a buyer agent, except
a dual agent: Has a duty to disclose to a buyer or seller any adverse material facts that are known to the dual agent regardless of any confidentiality considerations; and May not disclose the following information without the written consent of the person to whom the
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confidential; The fact that the buyer is willing to pay more than the offered purchase price; The fact that the seller is willing to accept less than the purchase price that the seller is asking for the property; Factors motivating either party to buy or sell; and Any information that a party indicates in writing to the dual agent is to be kept confidential. 4. STATUTORY BROKER A “Statutory Broker” is not the agent of the Buyer or Seller but nevertheless is obligated to them to: Disclose to: i. a buyer or buyer agent any adverse material facts that concern the property and that are known to the statutory broker, except that the statutory broker is not required to inspect the property or verify any statements made by the seller; and ii. a seller or a seller agent any adverse material facts that are known to the statutory broker and that concern the ability of the buyer to perform on any purchase offer; Exercise reasonable care, skill, and diligence in putting together a real estate transaction, and Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations. 5. IN-HOUSE SELLER AGENT DESIGNATE
Created when the agency holds both the listing on a property from the seller and a buyer broker
agreement with the buyer, an in-house seller agent designate is a broker or salesperson employed by or associated as an independent contractor with a broker and designated by the broker as the exclusive agent for a seller for a designated transaction and who may not be considered to be acting for other than the seller with respect to the designated transaction. 6. IN-HOUSE BUYER AGENT DESIGNATE
Created when the agency holds both the listing on a property from the seller and a buyer broker
agreement with the buyer, an in-house buyer agent designate is a broker or salesperson employed by or associated as an independent contractor with a broker and designated by the broker as the exclusive agent for a buyer for a designated transaction and who may not be considered to be acting for other than the buyer with respect to the designated transaction. BUYER AGENT A “Buyer Agent” is obligated to the Buyer to: Act solely in the best interests of the buyer; Obey promptly and efficiently all lawful instructions of the buyer; Disclose all relevant and material information that concerns the real estate transaction and that is known to the buyer agent and not known or discoverable by the buyer, unless the information is subject to confidentiality arising from a prior or existing agency relationship on the part of the buyer agent; Safeguard the buyer’s confidences; Exercise reasonable care, skill, and diligence in pursuing the buyer’s objectives and in complying with the terms established in the listing agreement; Fully account to the buyer for any funds or property of the buyer that comes into the buyer agent’s possession; and Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations. Montana law permits a real estate agent, after providing written disclosure to a buyer and obtaining a buyer’s written consent, to represent multiple buyers interested in buying the same property or similar properties to properties in which a buyer is interested and to show properties in which a buyer is interested to other prospective buyers, without breaching any obligation to the buyer.
GREG FAY founder | broker Licensed in: MT o. 406-586-4001 gfay@fayranches.com
RYAN BRAMLETTE, ALC FAY RANCHES INC. (800) 238.8616 info@fayranches.com www.fayranches.com
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