Dodson, MT 59524 - Phillips County

Montana Ranch For Sale with Homesite Near Dodson Montana

Nestled in the grassland plains of Montana, lies a peaceful property for sale The North Wilke Ranch.The North Wilke Ranch is made up of 1,159+/- deeded acres. The property borders 640 acres of State ground and 1600 acres of BLM ground as well as the Fort Belknap Indian Reservation.

Grassland Ranch for sale in Phillips County MT

All acres are currently grazed, and are divided between improved pasture (838+/- acres) and native range (318+/- acres). Approximately 470+/- acres are under a Conservation Easement with US Fish and Wildlife service with the intention of protecting and promoting waterfowl habitat.

The North end of the Wilke Ranch is located 9+/- miles south of Dodson, MT on Highway 204. There are 2 wells on the property, approximately 1/2 mile of waterline, 1 holding tank and a year-around reservoir. The property has been fenced for grazing rotation and every pasture has a reliable water source.

In addition to the waterline and wells, improvements on the property include a 2-bedroom, 2-bath manufactured home, built in 1994. The house has been outfitted with metal roof and a Generac generator has been hardwired to run the home, outbuildings and all water tanks in preparation for a rare but occasional power outage.

The ranch has a set of working corrals which incorporates 4 pens, each with heated automatic water tanks. The corrals have windbreak fencing and a loading chute. There are 2 calving barns in close proximity to the house, one with a squeeze chute and pens and another with a heated warming room, as well as a 28x60 Quonset built in 2000.

All property included as part of the Wilke Ranch is accessible from the Stage Road, a county-maintained gravel road running south from Dodson, MT. The graveled lane to the home is just under 1 mile long and also county-maintained. With no other residences visible this homesite offers the opportunity for peaceful seclusion.

A true picture of Montanas Big Sky Country, the view to the south takes in the Little Rocky Mountains, and the view to the west includes the Bears Paw Mountains. The outdoor enthusiast will enjoy prairie dog hunting as well as whitetail, mule deer, antelope and upland game birds.

This ranch has been in the owners family since it was homesteaded over 100 years ago. The owner retired in 2017 and has leased the property since. 2022 Taxes on the property are $2314.84.

For more information contact Carly Bishop with United Country Northwest Realty & Auction in Malta Montana at 406-390-6746.