8 West Fork Road
Nye, Montana 59061
MLS #404059 | $21,000,000Listing Details
- 3Bedrooms
- 3Bathrooms
- 1920Sq Footage
- 712Acres
- $21,000,000Price
Nestled in the heart of Nye, Montana, Stillwater Legacy Ranch is a rare and remarkable offering that is rich in history and epitomizes the beauty and recreational abundance of the Stillwater Valley. Encompassing approximately 712± deeded acres, this property is framed by nature’s finest elements—rugged peaks, winding rivers, fertile meadows, and expansive nearby public lands. A true sanctuary for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, the ranch is surrounded by the stunning Beartooth Mountains and Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. This untouched backcountry yields access to world-class hiking, fishing, hunting, and outdoor adventure, right from your back gate and beyond. Stillwater Legacy Ranch boasts an extraordinary 1.65± miles of the Stillwater River frontage, complemented by 0.7± miles of both sides of the West Fork Stillwater River flowing through the middle of the property. In addition to these significant water features, the property hosts a network of spring creeks that offer outstanding potential for stream restoration and enhancement, creating both ecological value and fly-fishing opportunities. Adding to its rarity, these natural thermal springs that never freeze over flow year-round through the property, enhancing its appeal, utility, and natural wonder. Originally homesteaded in 1896, this working ranch has been owned and operated by the same family for 129 years. It has earned distinction as a Montana Historical Ranch and is a treasured part of the state’s ranching heritage. Agriculturally, the ranch supports approximately 80± acres of flood-irrigated land planted in a productive creeping meadow foxtail and orchard grass mix, offering potential for hay production or livestock grazing. Improvements on the property include three modest homes, a barn, a garage, and four sheds—ideal for supporting an active agricultural lifestyle. Stillwater Legacy Ranch is ideally situated just 45± minutes from Columbus, 1± hour from the charming town of Red Lodge, and 1.5± hours from the commercial hub of Billings. Whether you’re seeking a private retreat, a working ranch, or a family legacy property, Stillwater Legacy Ranch offers unmatched natural beauty, abundant flowing waters, historic prestige, and remarkable privacy.
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Additional Features
- Appliances
Built In Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer - Architectural Style
Ranch - Bathrooms Full
3 - Bathrooms Total Integer
3 - Bedrooms Total
3 - Building Area Total
1920 - City
Nye - Co List Agent Direct Phone
406-600-5354 - Co List Agent Email
sshelton@fayranches.com - Co List Agent Full Name
Samuel Shelton - Co List Office Name
Fay Ranches - Contract Status Change Date
2025-06-24 - Cumulative Days On Market
17 - Directions
From Big Timber, head E on I90, exit N 9th St/ M T-78 toward Columbus, turn right, Turn right onto E Pike Ave/ M T-78, Turn left onto S Pratten St/ M T-78, Follow S Pratten St/ M T-78, Turn right onto Nye Rd - Garage Spaces
2 - Garage
Yes - Latitude
45.443100 - Levels
One - Listing Contract Date
2025-06-24 - Listing Key
1119095655 - List Price
21000000 - Living Area
1920 - Longitude
-109.792600 - Lot Features
Level, Pasture, Ranch - Lot Size Acres
712.00000 - Lot Size Square Feet
31014720 - MLS Area Major
Other Counties/ State - MLS Area Minor
12 M - Other Montana Counties - MLS Status
Active - Original List Price
21000000 - Originating System Name
S W M T - Other Structures
Guest House, Sheds, Storage, Workshop - Parcel Number
1140016 - Photos Count
47 - Postal Code
59061 - Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence - Property Type
Farm - Road Surface Type
Gravel - Roof
Metal - Sewer
Septic Tank - Standard Status
Active - Stories
1 - Tax Annual Amount
7714 - Tax Legal Description
Please contact LA for Legal Description - Tax Year
2024 - Unparsed Address
8 West Fork Road - Utilities
Electricity Available, Septic Available, Water Available - View
Farmland, Meadow, Mountains, Rural, River, Creek Stream, Trees Woods - View
Yes - Waterfront Features
Creek, River Front, River Access - Water Source
Well - Year Built
2005
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Listing Provided By Fay Ranches, James Esperti
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