639 Acres with Borders State/BLM Land, Hunting Game in Phillips County, Saco, Montana

Explore the untamed beauty of eastern Montana at Frenchman Creek Ranch, located near the welcoming community of Saco. This expansive 639.36-acre property presents a remarkable opportunity for ranchers looking to expand their land holdings or for investors seeking income potential. Its vast landscape supports larger-scale ranching operations or the implementation of farming practices, such as cultivating hay crops. The property is securely fenced, ensuring both safety and ease of management. Additionally, it borders state land along its western edge, providing extra acreage for hunting or exploration. Immerse yourself in the crisp, clean air, gentle breezes, and the soothing whispers of the winds sweeping across the plains. Seize the opportunity to cultivate your legacy in the heart of Big Sky Country! Income Potential The ranch is leased out during the summer grazing months, bringing in extra income. Climate and Growing Conditions Climate in the Saco area is semi-arid and typical of north-central Montana. Annual total precipitation is 12.92 inches. Rainfall occurs April through October with June and July being the wettest months. Recreational Opportunities Nelson Reservoir, known for its superb Walleye fishing, is 12 miles from the property. Boat, fish, or camp under the Big Sky! The Milk River flows a few miles south of the property for additional fishing adventures. Head for dinner and a soak at Sleeping Buffalo Hot Springs just 15 miles away. Bring the horses for horseback riding. Travel the trails with an ATV or a four-wheeler. Enjoy the quiet country roads. The property is in hunting district 670 so put your sites on pheasants, quail, game birds, deer, coyotes, and antelope. Local Area Saco, Montana is centered in the Milk River Valley where millions of bison once roamed. The small town has charming features such as the Agricultural Museum taking up residence in the renovated one-room county schoolhouse! An area attraction is the Sleeping Buffalo Rock, carried and left by a glacier that once covered the area. The boulder resembles a sleeping buffalo and was revered by the Indians. Touching the rock would bring luck in hunting and battle. As the county seat of Phillips County, Malta, Montana remains much the same as it was when Lewis and Clark roamed through in 1805. It is marked by diversity in landscapes with a variety of wildlife. The town of Malta was incorporated in 1909 and is rich in cultural history. It was a railroad station stop for the Great Northern Railroad. Malta serves as a notable stop along the Montana Dinosaur Trail. Enthusiasts can visit the Phillips County Museum and the Great Plains Dinosaurs Museum to gaze upon the evidence of a world that once was. Area Attractions Sleeping Buffalo Hot Springs Soak in the only hot springs in the northern tier of Montana. Coming from a 3,200-foot deep well, 900 gallons of 108-degree water pump through per minute to continuously heat a natural and chemical-free pool. The spring water contains beneficial minerals such as silica, sulfate, calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, and iron, all of which are…

Borders State/BLM Land, Hunting Game

Acreage, Equestrian Property, Hunting Property, Recreational Land, Ranch, Farm

Saco, 59261 Montana

County: Phillips