Ag to Alpine - The 270 Ranch
Offered at $17,950,000
Set deep into one of the most private and pristine valleys in Western Montana the 270 ranch is a glimpse back in time. The Skalkaho Valley looks much like it did when the West was young.
The ranch is made up of five separate parcels cascading from top of the world Alpine ridges to the wet and green agriculture grounds. The lower section is the source of hay production, indoor riding arena, executive home, and events center. Before climbing elevation to the elk and mule deer habitat, this property pauses to go fishing in the middle.
Skalkaho creek is a wade fishing sized creek that is an important habitat intact tributary to the world-famous Bitterroot River. Its water run clear, cold, and hold excellent numbers of pure strain native West Slope cutthroat trout. Access to Skalkaho creek in this reach is sparse creating a very private angling experience.
Hunting at the 270 Ranch is in district 270 which became famous for its large mature mule deer and high population of elk. Because the 270 Ranch is over 640 acres it qualifies for the landowner drawing preference program for big game tags. The tag only works if there are animals to put it on. The 270 ranch is perfectly situated between large private land holdings and the national forest. When you combine agriculture, water, and elevation climb you seed the recipes for a wildlife haven. In 2025 rifle season the owners and their friends harvested four elk on ranch grounds.
Facilities at the 270 Ranch include an indoor riding area, events center, and main shop. The highlight is the meticulous 14,000 square foot executive home. Its location at the ranch sits perfectly to enjoy spanning Montana views, but more importantly stays out of the vibrant wildlife corridors that are unique to this multi-faceted ranch.
“The 270 Ranch at Skalkaho is trophy hunting, horses, agriculture, pristine trout, and extensive executive facilities. The 270 was assembled with the vision to create a rare dynamic slice of the private Skalkaho valley in Western Montana.”
Quick Facts:
Offered at $17,950,000
652 Contiguous Acres
5 parcels
Extensive Horse, Barn, and Events Infrastructure
Located in Montana Trophy District #270 with Landowner preference points.
Large scale frontage on Skalkaho Creek
Irrigated Hay Production Ground
Elk, Deer, Trout, and Waterfowl Intact Habitat
14,000 Sq. Ft., 8 bedroom and 11 bath Executive home
Bordering National Forest Service Lands
What is Skalkaho?
Skalkaho valley is a small valley in Western Montana southeast of the larger town of Hamilton Montana. It is a seasonal mountain pass that connects Ravalli County to Granite county in the Montana summer. The highlight of the Skalkaho pass drive is the 150 foot cascading waterfall near the top of the pass.
The name “Skalkaho” is a Native American word that loosely translates to “land of many trails. “
At the heart of the Skalkaho valley is a connection to a still intact and pristine environment.
Joe Cummings brings decades of experience in successful competitive entrepreneurial business pursuits to his award-winning real estate representation. Since his transition from a nationally ranked guest ranch, he founded in 2000 to real estate he has achieved top producer status in each of his years of real estate service. His first year was awarded Rookie of the Year Accolades with a record setting sales pace. The foundation of his winning skill set is rooted in a deep honest work ethic he learned growing up on his family’s cattle production ranch in Stevensville Montana. An award-winning athletic career as a full scholarship D-1 athlete at the University of Wyoming with a President’s list GPA culminated in making it in the NFL to play for the San Diego Chargers and Buffalo Bills. Joe is very comfortable in a competitive environment which has served his clients extremely well in negotiations and the inevitable problem solving that occurs in real estate representation.
- Joe Cummings
Listing Provided By:
Joe Cummings
(406) 240-9435
Engel & Völkers Western Frontier
321 N Higgins Avenue, Missoula, MT 59802
https://www.joemtrealty.com/