11 Acres in Jefferson County, Basin, Montana

Nestled between Forest Service acreage on two sides, these 11.2 acres stretch out on the valley floor with mountains surrounding. Lodge Pole Pines stack up and blanket the mountainsides while the seasonal Jack Creek traverses the land offering up serene sounds of trickling water. When the bright summer sun beats down, cool off by wading or swimming in the cool creek! A log cabin of 192 sq. ft. is situated on the property and can be used as a resting place to camp or escape the busy life for a quiet retreat. Access is via Jack Creek Road which also runs through the property. Enjoy the picturesque area and watch the wildlife wander through. The area is rich with hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, and many other scenic opportunities! The city of Helena, Montana is 46 miles away and offers an airport, restaurants, shopping, and numerous other amenities. Canyon Ferry is also a short drive away and can be utilized for fishing, boating, and other water sports.  Local Area Halfway between Butte and Helena, Montana lies Basin, Montana. The small community is just north of Boulder along Interstate 15 and has strong mining roots as it boomed as one at the turn of the twentieth century. Located in Jefferson County, Basin is well-known for its radon mines where travelers seek health benefits and artists. A group of professional artists formed a refuge in 1933. Clancy, Montana lies in Jefferson County and boomed in the 1870s as a silver placer mining camp. In 1890, the silver digging dwindled resulting in many of the cities dying with it. Henry Hill helped keep Clancy alive by assisting with the creation of Montana’s first woolen mill in 1879. Visit the Jefferson County Museum and learn about life back then through exhibits about mining, ranchers, and railroading. Relive the mining era at the abandoned silver camps found in the area. Just north of Clancy is the capital city of Helena, Montana. Area Attractions Great Divide The Great Divide allows for skiing in the Montana sunshine! Only 23 miles from Helena and 95 miles from Great Falls, the lift tickets are reasonably priced and there are three main mountain lifts. There is a base lodge that offers up a cup of warm cocoa or food. Canyon Ferry Lake The Canyon Ferry Valley is rich with recreational opportunities! The lake spans 25 miles leaving plenty of room to boat, fish, sport fish, sail, swim, water ski, and more. It is proudly Montana’s 3rd largest body of water and a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Twenty-four recreation sites are maintained by the Bureau of Reclamation. Fishing is phenomenal and you can reel in Trout, Salmon, Perch, and Walleye year-round. When the snow flies, the lake is dotted with ice fishing huts and is also utilized for ice skating and iceboat sailing. In addition, there is the Canyon Ferry Wildlife Management Area which encompasses 5,129 acres. The goal of this area is to maintain the existing habitat and provide a…

Recreational Land, Land - Undeveloped, Hunting Property, Timberland

Basin, 59631 Montana

County: Jefferson