Swamp Creek Hunting Ranch spans +/-1,799 acres of mountain ground west of Plains, Montana. The landscape features a blend of open benches, timbered slopes, and natural drainages, with year-round Bemish Creek flowing through the property. Several seasonal creeks and natural springs are also present, adding to the overall water resources and enhancing wildlife habitat across the tract.
The ranch borders Lolo National Forest, offering direct access to expansive public lands for hunting, hiking, and other recreational pursuits. In 2017, the property was affected by the Sheep Gap Fire, which reduced thick understory in areas—lowering fire risk, improving visibility, and creating favorable conditions for habitat recovery and new forage growth. There are no structures or utilities in place, providing a blank slate for future development, recreation, or land stewardship. Access is via an unimproved Forest Service road, with existing internal logging roads offering reach across key areas of the property.
Located in FWP Region 1, Hunting District 121, this area is known for strong populations of elk, deer, black bear, mountain lion, and upland birds. The ranch lies approximately 30 minutes from Plains. Missoula Montana Airport (MSO) is 90 minutes away, with Missoula and Kalispell each within a two-hour drive.
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Price cut: $308.3K (7/14)
$2,750,000
Nhn Swamp Crk, Plains, MT 59859
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1,799Acres
Unimproved Land
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1,799 Acres Lot
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What's special
Seasonal creeksNatural drainagesNatural springsYear-round bemish creek
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 14, 2025 at 01:51pm
Listed by:
Tanner Rauk 406-830-6989,
Compass West Land Sales,
Joseph A. Sangimino 406-407-4287,
Compass West Land Sales
Source: MRMLS,MLS#: 30050953

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Facts & features
Interior
Video & virtual tour
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Park/Greenbelt, Mountain(s), Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: true
- Waterfront features: Creek, Waterfront
- Body of water: West Fork Swamp Creek
Lot
- Size: 1,799 Acres
- Features: Secluded, Views, Wooded
- Topography: Varied
Details
- Parcel number: 35297829101010000
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: None
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Plains
Financial & listing details
- Annual tax amount: $1,500
- Date on market: 6/3/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
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