SNOWBERRY SPRINGS
Lincoln, Montana
$1,100,000
158.66± Acres
INTRODUCTION
In Montana’s renowned Upper Blackfoot Valley, Snowberry Springs offers a rare opportunity to own a wildlife-rich retreat in one of the state’s most ecologically significant landscapes. Encompassing 158.66± deeded acres, this property features over 1,500 feet of Stonewall Creek and nearly 1,200 feet of Keep Cool Creek—an important tributary of the Blackfoot River known for supporting native and wild trout species. These pristine waterways wind through gently rolling terrain that blends timber pockets with open meadows and riparian corridors, fostering exceptional habitat for elk, deer, moose, grizzly bears, and native fish.
A local elk herd is known to frequent the property, and sightings of migratory birds, moose, and waterfowl are common. A restoration project along Keep Cool Creek has enhanced both stream health and fish habitat, contributing to the property’s conservation value.
Expansive views of the Scapegoat Wilderness Area frame the property, while nearby national forest and wilderness lands offer immediate access to year-round outdoor recreation, including hiking, horseback riding, snowmobiling, and fly fishing. A scenic build site lies near Stonewall Creek, and the viewshed is protected—most surrounding properties are under conservation easements, preserving the area’s natural character.
Snowberry Springs offers solitude without sacrificing accessibility. Access is provided by North Beaver Creek Road, and the property is situated just half a mile from Lincoln, within easy driving distance of Helena, Missoula, and Great Falls. With its rich biodiversity, protected surroundings, and outstanding recreational qualities, this offering is well-suited for landowners seeking meaningful conservation value, strong sporting attributes, and a foothold in one of western Montana’s most iconic valleys. 1 Snowberry Springs | Lincoln, Montana
QUICK FACTS
• Private 158.66± deeded acres in Montana’s Upper Blackfoot Valley
• Over 1,500 feet of Stonewall Creek and nearly 1,200 feet of Keep Cool Creek flow through the property
• Scenic build site location near Stonewall Creek
• Gently rolling terrain with open meadows and riparian habitat
• Exceptional wildlife presence and key winter range for elk
• Excellent wildlife viewing, hunting, and fishing onsite and in the surrounding area
• Expansive views of the Scapegoat Wilderness Area
• Protected viewshed; neighboring properties are under conservation easement
• Unspoiled Montana landscape, rich with biodiversity in one of the state’s most sought-after valleys
• Located just 0.5± miles from Lincoln, approximately 57± miles from Helena, 77± miles from Missoula, and 88± miles from Great Falls
• The sale is subject to a conservation easement that safeguards the significant wildlife and open space resources on the property
Snowberry Springs | Lincoln, Montana
• 158.66± deeded acres
Snowberry Springs features a balanced landscape of native grasses, sagebrush, cottonwoods, willows, aspens, and riparian habitat across the acreage.
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Snowberry Springs | Lincoln, Montana
Snowberry Springs | Lincoln, Montana
Snowberry Springs | Lincoln, Montana
RECREATION
Located at the gateway to the Scapegoat and Bob Marshall Wilderness areas, Lincoln, Montana, is surrounded by national forest and framed by the Continental Divide, providing easy access to outdoor recreation year-round. You can hike, bike, or ride horseback on nearby trails, ranging from easy day hikes to multi-day backpacking trips, and explore the area by snowmobile and cross-country skis in the winter. The region is a prime destination for big game hunting. Anglers enjoy fly fishing on the Blackfoot River and its many tributaries. A short drive over Rogers’ pass reveals the Rocky Mountain Front and the eastern slope of the Bob Marshall Wilderness, not to mention the legendary tailwater section of the Missouri River.
HUNTING | WILDLIFE
Snowberry Springs is a natural haven for wildlife, featuring frequent sightings of elk, deer, moose, and waterfowl while offering excellent birdwatching habitat. Situated in both Montana Hunting Districts 281 and 284, the northern portions of the property are in a general unit that allows firearm hunting. Conversely, the southern portions are part of the Lincoln Archery District. A local elk herd is known to frequent the property, providing opportunities to get close with a bow, rifle, or camera.
FISHING
Keep Cool Creek is a small stream fishery that supports native and wild trout species, including cutthroat, rainbow, brown, and brook trout. The portion of the creek flowing through the property was part of a meaningful restoration project.
In addition to onsite small stream fishing, the property is only minutes away from the Blackfoot River and is within easy reach of several tributaries. The Missouri River is a short drive over Rogers’ Pass. Its dam-controlled flows provide year-round opportunities and reliable fishing during periods of snowmelt.
Snowberry Springs | Lincoln, Montana
Snowberry Springs | Lincoln, Montana
AREA HISTORY
The town of Lincoln traces its roots to the mid-1800s during Montana’s gold rush era. Originally called Lincoln Gulch, the area attracted miners after gold was discovered in nearby creeks in the 1860s. The town was later named in honor of President Abraham Lincoln.
The town eventually transitioned into a timber and ranching community, surrounded by vast public lands and forests. Its location along the historic Lewis and Clark route—the explorers passed just south of present-day Lincoln—adds to its historical significance.
More recently, Lincoln has become known as a gateway to wilderness, with the Scapegoat and Bob Marshall Wilderness areas offering unmatched access to backcountry adventure. Despite its small size, Lincoln has a resilient and independent character, an outdoor lifestyle, and strong community ties.
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CLIMATE
The Lincoln, Montana, area offers comfortable temperatures during the late spring, summer, and fall. Average temperatures in June, July, and August are in the low 80s. January is the coldest month of the year, with temperatures averaging 12°. The area receives, on average, about 16 inches of rainfall per year and 69 inches of snowfall annually.
Climate charts courtesy of https://www.city-data.com/city/Lincoln-Montana.html
Snowberry Springs | Lincoln, Montana
Snowberry Springs | Lincoln, Montana
LOCATION
Snowberry Springs lies in Montana’s Upper Blackfoot Valley, where a rural lifestyle remains the standard. The valley’s forward-thinking subdivision regulations have helped preserve an old Montana character and allure. Lincoln embraces its small-town characteristics with local art exhibits, community events like Race to the Sky, and a laid-back, outdoor-oriented lifestyle.
The property is well-positioned— approximately 80 miles from Missoula and Great Falls and about 60 miles from Helena. Access is via North Beaver Creek Road, just off MT Highway 200, only minutes from Lincoln, which offers restaurants, basic services, and a few local watering holes.
AIRPORT SERVICES
The property is easily accessible from three major airports: Missoula, Helena, and Great Falls. Helena Regional Airport (HLN) is less than 60 miles southeast of the property and accommodates direct flights to and from Salt Lake City, Seattle, and Denver via Alaska, Delta, and United Airlines. Missoula International Airport (MSO) is roughly 85 miles west via Highway 200, and Great Falls International Airport (GTF) is about 90 miles northeast of the property. Lincoln Airport (S69) is located 2± miles east of the property and offers private aviation with its 4,240± foot asphalt runway.
Snowberry Springs | Lincoln, Montana
Snowberry Springs | Lincoln, Montana
MINERAL RIGHTS
All mineral rights appurtenant to the property and owned by the seller will convey to the buyer at closing. Mineral rights are not guaranteed. It is suggested that the buyer conduct a mineral search with a title company.
CONSERVATION | STEWARDSHIP
This sale is subject to a Five Valleys Land Trust Conservation Easement. The listing agents can provide a copy of the easement upon request.
Each of us at Fay loves the land and wants to see it remain a productive agricultural ground and a quality fish and wildlife habitat. Through promoting thoughtful land stewardship, Fay has guided owners toward a legacy of conserving wide-open spaces, enhancing and creating fisheries and wildlife habitats, and implementing sustainable agricultural operations. Fay is proud to say that since our company began in 1992, our clients’ conservation ethics and land-use practices have significantly enhanced our work landscape.
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WATER RIGHTS
The property’s historical flood irrigation and stock water rights will be donated to a local conservation organization and are not included in the sale. Please call the listing agent for details.
Snowberry Springs | Lincoln, Montana
Snowberry Springs is a scenic property featuring pristine waterways located near Lincoln in Montana’s Upper Blackfoot Valley—a region known for its rich history, natural beauty, and strong conservation legacy. With a blend of open meadows, flowing creeks, and abundant wildlife habitat, the property offers a peaceful retreat with striking views of nearby wilderness. Remote yet accessible and proximate to unlimited public lands, it’s wellsuited for those seeking solitude, recreation, or a foothold in one of Montana’s most coveted and historic landscapes.
Snowberry Springs | Lincoln, Montana
Please contact Daniel Mahoney at (406) 360-7373 | dmahoney@fayranches.com or Mike DeShore at (406) 543-8888 | mdeshore@fayranches.com to schedule a showing. This is an exclusive listing. An agent from Fay Ranches, Inc. must be present at all showings, unless otherwise noted or other arrangements are made. To view other properties we have listed, please visit our web page at www. fayranches.com.
$180.93
$1,100,000 Cash
Conventional Financing 1031 Exchange
Offer is subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice, and approval of purchase by owner. Information regarding land classification, carrying capacities, maps, etc., is intended only as a general guideline and has been provided by the owners and other sources deemed reliable, but the accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Prospective purchasers are encouraged to research the information to their own satisfaction.
RELATIONSHIPS IN REAL ESTATE
As required by Montana law, a broker or salesperson shall disclose the existence and nature of relevant agency or other relationships to the parties to a real estate transaction. The various relationships and description of duties are as follows:
1. SELLER AGENT
A “Seller Agent” is obligated to the Seller to:
Act solely in the best interests of the seller; Obey promptly and efficiently all lawful instructions of the seller; Disclose all relevant and material information that concerns the real estate transaction and that is known to the seller agent and not known or discoverable by the seller unless the information is subject to confidentiality arising from a prior or existing agency relationship on the part of the seller agent; Safeguard the seller’s confidences; Exercise reasonable care, skill, and diligence in pursuing the seller’s objectives and in complying with the terms established in the listing agreement; Fully account to the seller for any funds or property of the seller that comes into the seller agent’s possession; and Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.
Montana law permits a real estate agent, after providing written disclosure to a seller and obtaining a seller’s written consent, to represent multiple sellers of property and to list properties for sale that may compete with the seller’s property, without breaching any obligation to the seller.
A “Seller Agent” is obligated to the Buyer to:
Disclose to a buyer or the buyer agent any adverse material facts that concern the property and that are known to the seller agent, except that the seller agent is not required to inspect the property or verify any statements made by the seller; Disclose to a buyer or the buyer agent when the seller agent has no personal knowledge of the veracity of information regarding adverse material facts that concern the property; Act in good faith with a buyer and a buyer agent; and Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.
2. BUYER AGENT (cont)
A “Buyer Agent” is obligated to the Seller to:
Disclose any adverse material facts that are known to the buyer agent and that concern the ability of the buyer to perform on any purchase offer; Disclose to the seller or the seller agent when the buyer agent has no personal knowledge of the veracity of information regarding adverse material facts that concern the property; Act in good faith with a seller and a seller agent; and Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations.
3. DUAL AGENCY If a seller agent is also representing a buyer, or a buyer agent is also representing a seller with regard to a property, then a dual agency relationship may be established. In a dual agency relationship, the dual agent is equally obligated to both the seller and the buyer. These obligations may prohibit the dual agent from advocating exclusively on behalf of the seller or buyer and may limit the depth and degree of representation that you receive. A broker or a salesperson may not act as a dual agent without the signed, written consent of both the seller and the buyer.
A “Dual Agent” is obligated to a Seller in the same manner as a seller agent and is obligated to a Buyer in the same manner as a buyer agent, except a dual agent:
Has a duty to disclose to a buyer or seller any adverse material facts that are known to the dual agent regardless of any confidentiality considerations; and May not disclose the following information without the written consent of the person to whom the information is confidential; The fact that the buyer is willing to pay more than the offered purchase price; The fact that the seller is willing to accept less than the purchase price that the seller is asking for the property; Factors motivating either party to buy or sell; and Any information that a party indicates in writing to the dual agent is to be kept confidential.
4. STATUTORY BROKER
A “Statutory Broker” is not the agent of the Buyer or Seller but nevertheless is obligated to them to:
Disclose to: i. a buyer or buyer agent any adverse material facts that concern the property and that are known to the statutory broker, except that the statutory broker is not required to inspect the property or verify any statements made by the seller; and ii. a seller or a seller agent any adverse material facts that are known to the statutory broker and that concern the ability of the buyer to perform on any purchase offer; Exercise reasonable care, skill, and diligence in putting together a real estate transaction, and Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations.
5. IN-HOUSE SELLER AGENT DESIGNATE Created when the agency holds both the listing on a property from the seller and a buyer broker agreement with the buyer, an in-house seller agent designate is a broker or salesperson employed by or associated as an independent contractor with a broker and designated by the broker as the exclusive agent for a seller for a designated transaction and who may not be considered to be acting for other than the seller with respect to the designated transaction.
6. IN-HOUSE BUYER AGENT DESIGNATE
Created when the agency holds both the listing on a property from the seller and a buyer broker agreement with the buyer, an in-house buyer agent designate is a broker or salesperson employed by or associated as an independent contractor with a broker and designated by the broker as the exclusive agent for a buyer for a designated transaction and who may not be considered to be acting for other than the buyer with respect to the designated transaction.
BUYER AGENT
A “Buyer Agent” is obligated to the Buyer to: Act solely in the best interests of the buyer; Obey promptly and efficiently all lawful instructions of the buyer; Disclose all relevant and material information that concerns the real estate transaction and that is known to the buyer agent and not known or discoverable by the buyer, unless the information is subject to confidentiality arising from a prior or existing agency relationship on the part of the buyer agent; Safeguard the buyer’s confidences; Exercise reasonable care, skill, and diligence in pursuing the buyer’s objectives and in complying with the terms established in the listing agreement; Fully account to the buyer for any funds or property of the buyer that comes into the buyer agent’s possession; and Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations. Montana law permits a real estate agent, after providing written disclosure to a buyer and obtaining a buyer’s written consent, to represent multiple buyers interested in buying the same property or similar properties to properties in which a buyer is interested and to show properties in which a buyer is interested to other prospective buyers, without breaching any obligation to the buyer.
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