Manhattan, MT 59741(Gallatin County)

Located in Gallatin County, Montana this 1,138-acre contiguous foothills property offers diverse topography just 7 miles to Manhattan and only 30 minutes from Bozeman. The property features basic improvements including roads and fences, and its elevated position provides sweeping views of four surrounding mountain ranges. Montana State Land borders the property to the southwest corner, via Horseshoe Cottonwood Road which is accessed off the Logan I-90 exit and also serves as the main access route to the property. The area is renowned for exceptional big game hunting opportunities, including a Horseshoe Hills resident elk herd and mule deer including some upland birds. The property provides essential grass and a protected area while elk routinely graze and traverse the property. Its prime location also offers convenient access to Montanas premier fisheries with the Gallatin River only five miles from the property. With stunning vistas, views and great topography plus proximity to Manhattan and Bozeman, this well-blocked property with numerous two-track roads and trails, presents an ideal opportunity for privacy and a home or cabin of your choosing with whatever amenities a new owner desires. One can enjoy the regions abundant recreational activities and the proximity to the wonderful small, western Montana town of Manhattan.

Located in the heart of southwest Montana, the property is close to many exceptional outdoor recreation opportunities. The surrounding mountains and National Forest lands provide almost limitless opportunities for alpine recreation including hiking, horseback riding, fishing, mountain biking, camping and overall enjoyment, with most of these available right on the property. Some areas are also open for the motorized-recreational user as well.

SUMMER ACTIVITIES

Trout fishing in this part of Montana is some of the best the Rocky Mountain region has to offer. With the Gallatin River, just minutes away, combined with the Madison and Jefferson Rivers, which create the Missouri River, the property would be an outstanding home base providing the devoted angler miles of rivers and streams to relish for a lifetime on a comfortable day trip basis. An indication of this areas world-renowned trout-fishing reputation is the headquartering of the internationally known Simms fishing products based in Bozeman.

WINTER ACTIVITIES

The winter activities within proximity to the property are very diverse. There are multiple downhill ski and snowboard areas as well as Nordic skiing trails to explore. Bridger Bowl offers exceptional skiing on 2,000 skiable acres and a 2,700-foot vertical rise with a wide variety of terrain including long slopes, glades, chutes, gullies, and the famed hiking access to the Ridge.

Just north of Bridger Bowl, Crosscut Mountain Sports Center offers about 28 miles of groomed Nordic skiing trails. Situated on private and forest service lands, the scenic trail system covers terrain well suited to all ability levels.

About an hour and a half from the property, Big Sky Resort offers access to The Biggest Skiing In America with 5,800 skiable acres and 300 runs spread over four mountains offering endless ways to navigate 4,350 feet of vertical drop.

NATURAL WONDERS & WILDLIFE

Lewis and Clark Caverns, an easy 40-minute drive, is home to one of the largest known limestone cavern systems in the Northwest. This geological wonder features stalactites, stalagmites, columns, and guided tours through its series of chambers.

Yellowstone National Park, under two hours away, features half of the earths geysers, numerous hydrothermal and geological features, abundant wildlife, and countless opportunities for nature-focused activities.