East Gallatin Spring Creek Ranch is one of the premier sporting properties in the Gallatin Valley. The East Gallatin River and multiple spring creeks that originate on the property provide critical fish and wildlife resources which have been enhanced through over a decade of habitat development and management for pheasants, waterfowl, whitetail deer and trout. The result is an abundance and quality of fish and game that rivals most destinations across the country. What’s so unique about this property is that it is located just 10-15 minutes from downtown Bozeman. The 4,870± square foot, architecturally designed residence, gambrel-style barn and spring-fed trout pond are a beautiful complement to this exceptional offering.

The location of East Gallatin Spring Creek Ranch in the heart of the Gallatin Valley is one of the unique aspects that makes this property special. From the ranch it is a 10-15 minute drive into the town of Bozeman to enjoy shopping, fine dining, music concerts or a Montana State University Bobcat football game. During ski season, Bridger Bowl Ski Resort is within approximately 25 minutes of the ranch. Very few properties offer such exceptional sporting opportunities in such close proximity to a vibrant retail, cultural and transportation center such as Bozeman.

Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BYIA) at Gallatin Field is just 5-10 minutes from the ranch and is serviced by Alaska, Allegiant, Delta, Frontier and United Airlines, and also features the Yellowstone Jet Center, the number-one-rated FBO in the northwest United States. For more information see www.bozemanairport.com.

Bozeman, an eclectic university town (population 37,000 plus 14,000 students at Montana State University), has received national notoriety for its scenic location, limitless outdoor activities and historic downtown area. The cafes and restaurants have become a popular meeting place for individuals who love the fishing, hunting, skiing, mountain biking and hiking available in the surrounding area.

The Montana Handbook describes Bozeman as a lovely setting that makes the most of its physical attributes, with hiking, fishing and skiing practically out the back door. However, what makes Bozeman such a great place is the town itself. More than any other city, Bozeman has maintained its handsome old downtown as a business center, which makes the city seem centralized and community focused.

Montana State University infuses Bozeman with youthful energy and cultural stimulation. The University differentiates Bozeman’s atmosphere from other resort towns across the west, providing economic stability, diversity and entertainment. The University is also a tremendous resource for the strong agricultural community in and around the Gallatin Valley.

Bridger Bowl Resort, a favorite local ski destination in southwest Montana, is just 14 miles from Bozeman and approximately 25 minutes from the ranch. Bridger Bowl is touted for its diversity of terrain and friendly atmosphere. Weekends at Bridger Bowl is part of the winter routine of many Bozeman residents, with skiers of all ages and ability enjoying the relaxed environment and the light, fluffy snow locally known as “cold smoke”.

Within an hour’s drive south from the ranch is the entrance to three world-class ski resorts - Big Sky Ski and Summer Resort, The Yellowstone Club Resort, and Moonlight Basin. Big Sky Ski and Summer Resort and Moonlight Basin Ski Resort are contiguous and can be skied with the same ticket. The combination of the two resorts results in the largest ski resort in the lower 48 states, with tremendous terrain for the beginner as well as extreme skier.

Continuing south on Highway 191 past the turnoff to Big Sky is the west entrance to Yellowstone National Park, replete with all the amazing scenic and geothermal features for which is has become famous. It also features some of the best trout fishing in the world.

The ranch is being offered in two configurations. The 373.3± acres are offered in their entirety, with the 4,870± square foot, architecturally designed home, gambrel-style barn, and spring-fed trout pond. Alternatively, the 285± unimproved acres lying on the west side of the East Gallatin River may be purchased and the owner will retain the residence, barn, pond and acreage east of the river.


Ducks, geese, pheasant and whitetail deer reside in abundance at East Gallatin River Ranch. Because of the water resources and years of habitat enhancement, the ranch is an oasis for all types of wildlife. Wild turkey make the ranch home, as do a wide variety of raptors, sandhill cranes and song birds. It is common to see a couple of hundred deer grazing in the fields and brightly colored rooster pheasants shimmering brightly in the fall grain stubble. Ducks and geese feed in the grain fields and rest on the spring creeks and the river.

Broker comment:
The volume of wildlife and water resources is what immediately stands out about East Gallatin River Ranch. The location in the heart of the sought-after Gallatin Valley and close proximity to the vibrant town of Bozeman makes the property even more unique. The setting is magnificent, with the towering Bridger Mountain Range just far enough away to provide a panorama of the range’s notable peaks and the tree-lined river corridor meandering through lush farm fields, all teeming with wildlife. Opportunities abound with a turn-key offering of the entire property with a magnificent home, barn and trout pond or a blank canvas of nearly irreplaceable East Gallatin River frontage to create your own personal masterpiece.