Chouteau County, Montana Land For Sale (7 results)
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07/21/2025
$298,850
10 ac.
ACTIVE
Chouteau County - Highwood, MT
Cabin on the Missouri River with fishing, boating, hunting, and power with Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land across the river out in the country between Great Falls, Montana and Fort Benton, Montana.
A cabin on the banks of the Missouri River isnt easy to come by. This is your chance to own a cabin with Missouri River frontage out in the countrysides of Montana. It bears repeating, this property has A Cabin with Missouri River frontage. This amazing Montana property borders the Missouri River for well over 1/8th of a mile and gives you approximately 10 acres of land around your cabin for elbow room. And another 12 to 22 acres are available in two additional parcels if you want even more space and land. Youll have the mighty Missouri River right out your front door to see, hear, and go fishing or boating on any time you want. The Missouri River is known for its renown trout, walleye, and pike fishing among other fish like small mouth bass, carp, catfish, and more. By owning river frontage, youll have easy access to the river to enjoy day in and day out. Just step out the front door of your cabin with your fishing pole in hand and take to the river for relaxation and fun as you catch the big ones in the waters of the Mighty Mo (Missouri).
The cabin is finished with magnificent blue stained pine and vaulted ceiling on the interior and rustic log-type siding on the outside with a porch that overlooks the banks and waters of the Missouri River. The cabin is 14x30 feet exterior length with another 6x14 feet of porch with a living room, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom and has electric heat, wood stove, air conditioning, kitchen sink and cabinets, water tank, refrigerator, microwave, television, bathroom sink, compost-type toilet, shower and on demand hot water heater. A well and septic have not been installed. Theres also a storage shed thats 12x24 feet in size with a garage door and built in outhouse to store all your tools, supplies, and water sport toys. If you want even more, theres plenty of space to build your home on the Missouri River too with this as the guest cabin. What a magnificent setting to live in and wake up to every morning.
Besides all the fishing, there are geese, ducks, and other waterfowl as well as bald and golden eagles that all use this stretch of the Missouri River for the valuable food and water it provides. The eagles can be seen gliding along the banks of the Missouri River looking for food or soaring along the bluffs on the opposite side of the river making it seem so effortless to look down on everything from above. The deer and antelope in the area also use the river for the valuable water and nourishment it provides. That is evidenced by the trails you can see on the bluffs across the river on the BLM land there. You can watch them from the cabin on your property and during hunting season, you can hunt that BLM land that borders your land just across the river. In fact, theyll be within range during the general hunting season as they come down to water at the river. Just wait and watch them from your picture windows. The property sits kitty corner to 640 more acres of State land as well. And if thats not enough, the access road leading to the property goes through BLM land you can hunt and hike on too. Theres plenty of other BLM and State lands in the area in addition to that as well as block management areas that are open to hunting on private lands. The area is also well known for its fantastic pheasant and upland game bird hunting. Youll see ring necked pheasants and the other game birds just standing along the roads leading to your property on the Missouri. You cant go wrong with this one.
Bring your friends and family so they can enjoy your piece of the Missouri River and the surrounding countryside too. Theyll wish they were lucky enough to own such an amazing property. Well actually they can too as there are additional lots available bordering this property with package deals available for purchasing more than one lot at a time. Theres power right on the property already and a fiber optics line is slated to be put in shortly, so its literally just a matter of getting there to start your adventure. Theres already a year-round residence in the area so whether your interests are seasonal fun on the river or taking advantage of the property year-round, youve got all the options. Youre only about 20 miles on mostly improved gravel roads from the small town of Highwood, Montana. And Great Falls, Montana with its international airport and other amenities is about 47 miles away of which about 21 miles are improved gravel road and 26 miles are highway. Or from around April through November of each year you can take the free ferry crossing of the Missouri River at Carters Ferry which is only about 2 miles up the river from the property. Going this route, its about 36 miles to Great Falls with about 9 miles of mostly improved gravel road and 27 miles of highway. Carters Ferry has been ferrying people across the Missouri River for over one hundred years and is a fun way to get to the property and shave some miles off the trip to Great Falls.
Land with a cabin on the Missouri River and power all bordering BLM land with wildlife and water sports is an amazing find.
05/05/2026
Auction
3706.73 ac.
ACTIVE
Chouteau County - 2867 Graceville Road, Geraldine, MT
AgriBusiness Trading Group is pleased to present a diversified agricultural farm and ranch offering consisting of ten tracts located near Geraldine, Montana, within Montana's Golden Triangle region.
The tracts in this portfolio will be sold via a sealed bid offering and may be purchased individually, in any combination of multiple tracts, or as a single, combined asset. The Seller will consider all bids and combinations thereof. All bids are due on or before Tuesday, June 16, at 4:00 PM (PT).
The tracts range from 8.73 to 1,277.31 ± deeded acres and are currently operated as non-irrigated farm and ranch tracts. Several tracts include a combination of cropland and grassland, supporting integrated farming and livestock operations. The grassland acres are mostly perimeter and cross-fenced and are supported by stock water from dams or natural sources. In addition, two of the tracts include DNRC-leased acreage that can be transferred to the new owner, thereby providing additional scale and operational flexibility.
Improvements across the portfolio include grain storage, bin sites, homesteads, and outbuildings. Select tracts offer potential headquarters locations with access to utilities and established infrastructure.
In addition to its agricultural utility, the offering provides notable recreational appeal. Multiple tracts feature established wildlife habitat, including tree rows, native grass cover, marsh areas, and seasonal drainages. These features support upland game birds such as pheasants, partridges, and grouse, as well as big game species such as whitetail deer, mule deer, and pronghorn antelope.
This offering represents an opportunity to acquire a scalable land base with a combination of productive cropland, functional grazing land, infrastructure, and recreational attributes in one of Montana's most sought-after agricultural regions.
The total acres included in the sale of certain tracts are subject to pending boundary line adjustments to be completed by the Seller prior to closing. All pending boundary line adjustments will be finalized and recorded prior to closing on the affected tracts. Tract boundaries, as depicted herein, are a close representation of post-adjustment boundaries.
04/13/2026
$174,000
10.2 ac.
ACTIVE
Chouteau County - Vernon Road, Highwood, MT
Missouri River frontage with fishing, boating, hunting, and power with BLM land across the river out in the country between Great Falls, Montana and Fort Benton, Montana.
Land in Montana on the banks of the Missouri River isnt easy to come by. This is your chance to own Missouri River frontage out in the country sides of Montana. It bears repeating, this property has Missouri River frontage. This amazing Montana property borders the Missouri River for 333 feet and gives you approximately 10 acres of land you could build your Montana cabin or home on. Youll have the mighty Missouri River right out your front door to see, hear, and go fishing or boating on any time you want. The Missouri River is known for its renown trout, walleye, and pike fishing among other fish like small mouth bass, carp, catfish, and more. By owning river frontage, youll have easy access to the river to enjoy day in and day out. Just step out the front door of your cabin with your fishing pole in hand and take to the river for relaxation and fun as you catch the big ones in the waters of the Mighty Mo (Missouri).
There are geese, ducks, and other waterfowl as well as bald and golden eagles that all use this stretch of the Missouri River for the valuable food and water it provides. The eagles can be seen gliding along the banks of the Missouri River looking for food or soaring along the bluffs on the opposite side of the river making it seem so effortless to look down on everything from above. The deer and antelope in the area also use the river for the valuable water and nourishment it provides. That is evidenced by the trails you can see on the bluffs across the river on the BLM land there. You can watch them from the cabin on your property and during hunting season, you can hunt that BLM land that borders your land just across the river. In fact, theyll be within range during the general hunting season as they come down to water at the river. Just wait and watch them from your picture windows. And if thats not enough, the access road leading to the property goes through BLM land you can hunt and hike on too. Theres plenty of other BLM and State lands in the area in addition to that as well as block management areas that are open to hunting on private lands. The area is also well known for its fantastic pheasant and upland game bird hunting. Youll see ring necked pheasants and the other game birds just standing along the roads leading to your property on the Missouri. You cant go wrong with this one.
Bring your friends and family so they can enjoy your piece of the Missouri River and the surrounding countryside too. Theyll wish they were lucky enough to own such an amazing property. Well actually they can too as there are additional lots available bordering this property with package deals available for purchasing more than one lot at a time. Theres power right on the property already and a fiber optics line is slated to be put in shortly, so its literally just a matter of picking your spot to start your adventure. Theres already a year-round residence in the area so whether your interests are seasonal fun on the river or taking advantage of the property year-round, youve got all the options. Youre only about 20 miles on mostly improved gravel roads from the small town of Highwood, Montana. And Great Falls, Montana with its international airport and other amenities is about 47 miles away of which about 21 miles are improved gravel road and 26 miles are highway. Or from around April through November of each year you can take the free ferry crossing of the Missouri River at Carters Ferry which is only about 2 miles up the river from the property. Going this route, its about 36 miles to Great Falls with about 9 miles of mostly improved gravel road and 27 miles of highway. Carters Ferry has been ferrying people across the Missouri River for over one hundred years and is a fun way to get to the property and shave some miles off the trip to Great Falls.
Land with Missouri River frontage and power all bordering BLM land with wildlife and water sports is an amazing find.
04/21/2025
$675,000
94 ac.
ACTIVE
Chouteau County - 105 MT-80, Fort Benton, MT
Overlooking the picturesque valley carved out by the mighty Missouri River, marking the birthplace of Montana, this meticulously maintained 94.1-acre property offers a unique blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. The residence features a 1,848-square-foot manufactured home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, situated on a solid poured concrete foundation with double-wall insulated skirting for enhanced energy efficiency. Designed to complement the cowboy lifestyle, the property includes well-appointed corrals, a barn, and pens, including a designated maternity pen. The primary bedroom boasts a spacious walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom equipped with a soothing soaking tub, ideal for unwinding after a day spent tending to livestock. Step out onto the covered back porch to enjoy breathtaking views of the Highwood Mountains and the stunning landscape that surrounds you. Thoughtful landscaping, concrete sidewalks, and functional outbuildings enhance the property's appeal. The expansive 40 x 48 shop features three stalls, providing ample space for equipment, recreational vehicles, or additional storage. In addition, bring your creative business ideas to run out of the shop! This property is a rare find, combining modern amenities with a warm, inviting atmosphere that you will be proud to call home. The entire property has been well planned and constructed. With vast open spaces, there are abundant opportunities for outdoor activities such as horseback riding, hiking, and exploring the natural beauty that envelops you. The nearby Missouri River adds an adventurous element, perfect for fishing or simply relishing the serene waters. Fort Benton is a two-minute drive while Great Falls is just 45 minutes making a commute convenient. Schedule a showing to experience the exceptional qualities this property has to offer!
06/02/2025
$14,149,080
7074.54 ac.
ACTIVE
Chouteau County - 7700 Labarre Rd, Fort Benton, MT
The Lazy K6 Ranch includes 7,000 deeded acres along the Marias River near Fort Benton, Montana. This is a working cattle ranch with productive hay ground and strong recreation value. Located about 90 minutes from Great Falls, the ranch offers scale, water, and hunting in one of Montana's most underrated regions. Option to purchase more deeded ground from the landowner.
Land
The Lazy K6 Ranch is a premier 7,000 acre legacy property located along the Marias River just outside Fort Benton, Montana. The ranch is currently being ran as a large cattle operation. Infrastructure includes cross-fencing, water tanks, corrals, and functional road access. A lease-back option offers passive income and continued operational oversight by the current owner, while allowing the buyer full recreational access.
Recreational amenities include a private reservoir stocked with tiger trout and largemouth bass, approximately two miles of Marias River frontage with walleye and catfish fishing, and exceptional hunting for whitetail, mule deer, pronghorn, turkey, and upland birds. The ranch borders thousands of acres of state land, expanding access to wildlife and solitude.
Historically, the ranch lies in one of Montana's most culturally significant regions. Located near Fort BentonMontana's oldest settlement and a key center of early trade and expansionthe ranch includes a rare eagle catch site and a buffalo jump, both evidence of long-standing Native American presence. Nearby, the Marias River was the site of the 1870 Marias Massacre, adding further depth to the land's legacy.
With operational income, abundant wildlife, private fishing, and cultural landmarks, the Lazy K6 Ranch offers a unique blend of production, recreation, and historical value in one of Montana's most iconic landscapes.
Improvements
Old Homestead that could be used for off-grid living or ranch hand housing.
Recreation
Private Reservoir Fishing: A man-made reservoir sits entirely within the ranch boundaries and is stocked with tiger trout and largemouth bass. This private water provides reliable fishing year-round with limited pressureideal for anglers looking for a quiet, controlled environment to fish with family, friends, or clients.
Marias River Frontage: The Marias River winds through the ranch, offering direct access to one of north-central Montana's hidden fisheries. Known for walleye and channel catfish, this stretch of river also attracts waterfowl in the fall. Whether you're casting a line or setting up for a morning duck hunt, the river is a productive and scenic feature with year-round recreational value.
Big Game & Upland Hunting: Whitetail and mule deer are consistent in the river bottoms and surrounding fields, with good age class and solid opportunity each season. The ranch also lies in an area known for producing trophy pronghorn antelope, which roam the open prairie and hayfields. The diverse terraincottonwood bottoms, cropland, native grasses, and brushy drawsalso supports upland birds, wild turkeys, and a variety of migratory ducks and geese. Ample water, food, and cover hold game throughout the year and provide quality setups for both big game and bird hunting.
Lease-Back Option with Full Recreation Access: The seller is open to leasing the ranch back for continued cattle operations. This gives a buyer passive income potential while still retaining full hunting, fishing, and recreational access across the entire propertyideal for an investor, rancher, or sportsman who wants to own land without running day-to-day operations.
Agriculture
Operational Cattle Ranch: The ranch is currently being ran as a large cattle operation. Cross-fenced pastures, developed water sources, and functional infrastructureincluding corrals, access roads, and water tanksare in place to keep the operation efficient and workable.
Hay Production: There are several areas where hay could be replanted and harvested to support in revenue stream or in cattle production, helping ensure reliable yields year after year. The ground is productive, with flat fields and easy access for equipment.
Region & Climate
Located just outside Fort Benton in north-central Montana, the area around the Lazy K6 Ranch offers a classic High Plains setting with open vistas, river valleys, and rolling grasslands. Fort Bentonone of Montana's oldest settlementsblends rich frontier history with small-town charm. The nearby Missouri River corridor provides boating, fishing, and wildlife viewing, while Great Falls, just 90 minutes away, offers full services, shopping, and air travel access. The region sees a four-season climate, with cold winters, warm summers, and low humidity. Annual precipitation averages around 12 to 14 inches, supporting hardy native grasses, dryland crops, and hay production. With over 260 days of sunshine per year and minimal snowfall compared to western Montana, it's a climate well-suited to both ranching and outdoor recreation.
History
Located Along the Marias River near Fort Benton, Montana
The Lazy K6 Ranch sits in one of the most historically significant regions in Montana. With deep Indigenous roots, frontier history, and cultural landmarks still visible on the land, this 7,000 acre ranch offers more than natural beauty and agricultural valueit offers a connection to the people and events that shaped the American West.
Fort Benton: The Birthplace of Montana
Established in 1846, Fort Benton is recognized as the oldest continuously occupied settlement in Montana and earned its title as the Birthplace of Montana. It began as a fur trading post on the upper Missouri River and quickly evolved into the most important supply depot for the Northwestern frontier. By the mid-19th century, Fort Benton was a major terminus for steamboat traffic and played a central role in the trade and transport of goods into Montana, Idaho, and Canada before the advent of the railroad.
Its strategic location made it a key center for trade with Native American tribes, military expeditions, and westward expansion. During its peak, Fort Benton connected the remote Northern Rockies with the rest of the United States, serving as a springboard for homesteading, ranching, and exploration.
Indigenous Legacy and Cultural Sites on the Ranch
Long before Fort Benton was founded, the area now known as the Lazy K6 Ranch was home to members of the Blackfeet Confederacy, Gros Ventre, Assiniboine, and other Plains tribes. These groups lived in harmony with the land, using the river, coulees, and breaks for sustenance, ceremony, and community. Two significant Indigenous cultural features on the ranch demonstrate the long-standing human presence and historical importance of this region.
Eagle Catch
Positioned high above the river valley, the eagle catch site on the ranch is a rare and historically significant structure used by Native hunters to capture golden and bald eagles. Feathers from these birds were prized for ceremonial and spiritual purposes. The technique required immense patience and skill, often involving hunters lying in concealed pits with bait, waiting for the right moment to snare an eagle.
This site reflects both the spiritual traditions and the ingenuity of Native cultures, serving as a physical reminder of the sacred relationships between people, animals, and the land.
Buffalo Jump
Also located on the ranch is a buffalo jumpan archaeological site where bison were driven over cliffs in large hunts. These events were coordinated with precision and cooperation, allowing tribes to harvest meat, hides, and bones to sustain their communities through the seasons. Today, stone drive lines and artifact-rich soils offer insight into these communal hunts, which were essential to life on the Northern Plains for centuries.
The Marias River and the Marias Massacre
The Marias River has long been a vital artery through this landscape, offering water, transportation, and access to abundant wildlife. It also played a tragic role in American history during the 1870 Marias Massacre, in which the U.S. Army mistakenly attacked a peaceful Piegan Blackfeet camp, killing over 170 individualsmost of whom were women, children, and the elderly. This event occurred not far from the Lazy K6 Ranch and remains a somber reminder of the conflicts that followed westward expansion.
Settlement, Homesteading, and Ranching
Following the Indian Wars and the decline of the fur trade, the late 19th and early 20th centuries saw a wave of homesteading and ranch development across the Fort Benton region. Families settled the land, built cabins, developed irrigation, and raised cattle and hay in the same valleys that had sustained people for thousands of years. The Lazy K6 Ranch still contains rustic homestead improvements from this period, underscoring the continuity of working the land for livelihood.
Today, the ranch continues that legacy, combining productive hay fields, a full-scale cattle operation, and preserved cultural features. It stands as a living history of Indigenous heritage, frontier exploration, and multigenerational ranching in Montana.
Location
The Lazy K6 Ranch is located in north-central Montana, just outside the historic town of Fort Benton, and lies within Chouteau Countyone of the state's most agriculturally productive regions. This expansive 7,000 acre ranch enjoys an ideal blend of seclusion and accessibility, making it attractive for working ranchers, recreational buyers, or conservation-minded investors.
Nearest Town: Fort Benton, MT
Situated approximately 15 minutes southeast of Fort Benton, the property offers close proximity to a full range of amenities. Fort Benton (pop. ~1,500) provides basic services including a grocery store, hardware, gas stations, restaurants, medical clinic, K-12 school system, and agricultural supply outlets. As the oldest town in Montana, Fort Benton also offers cultural attractions like the Missouri Breaks Interpretive Center, historic downtown building
10/22/2025
$3,850,000
3434 ac.
ACTIVE
Chouteau County - Flat Creek Road, Geraldine, MT
The Tanner Ranch is located in the heart of central Montana, just west of the notable geologic formation known as Square Butte.
09/30/2025
$875,000
320 ac.
ACTIVE
Chouteau County - 4234 Apple School Rd, Carter, MT
A beautiful new, high end, 3 bed 2 full bath home positioned to take in the captivating views as far as the eye can see across the beautiful big sky state! The productive 320 acres of Golden Triangle soil will give you lots of growing options in the cultivated 138+/- acres. The balance is perfect for livestock of any kind & a spring offers a great source of water for them. There is an ideal building site for a large shop & the seller has already run electric and plumbing to this area. A well has a good start at 267ft but 4 1500 gallon cistern are in place for use until the well is completed. The detail in this new home puts it in a class all its own. A fireplace in the fabulous master bath, an extra large walk-in closet. The beautiful kitchen with high end cabinetry, custom tile and one of a kind countertops, flows into a show stopping living room complete with unique wood wainscoting.
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