North Mountain Ranch | Fay Ranches

NORTH MOUNTAIN RANCH

North Fork, Idaho

$2,800,000

58.5± Acres

INTRODUCTION

Along the historic route of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, where the Beaverhead Mountains rise above the confluence of Fourth of July and Little Fourth of July Creek, this 58.5± acre holding offers a rare combination of water, infrastructure, access, and long-term flexibility. The creek flows just 12± feet from the 3,180± square foot ranch-style home before feeding a fully stocked private pond known to produce 10-pound rainbow trout. Directly beyond the irrigated pastures lie more than 375,000 acres of National Forest, providing immediate access to premier big game habitat. Year-round paved access ensures reliable usability in every season.

Built in 2006, the four-bedroom, three-bath residence is designed for practical multigenerational living, featuring two primary suites and an open, functional layout. The kitchen includes a raised bar top, generous storage, and a south-facing breakfast nook that draws in consistent natural light. A walk-out south-facing porch along the creek extends the living space outdoors, well-suited for dining, gathering, and evenings beside the water.

The improvements are substantial and deliberate. A heated nine-stall barn with automatic waterers currently operates as professional-grade dog kennels and previously supported an award-winning equestrian breeding program. The 40’ x 70’ heated shop includes a finished office and a dedicated meat processing room. A 30’ x 60’ hay and equipment building stores RVs, boats, and machinery. A professionally engineered underground survival shelter with integrated air filtration adds long-term resiliency. Solar-tracking panels, a central boiler for heat, and a 12.5kW Kubota marine diesel generator provide a self-sufficient infrastructure with turnkey off-grid capability.

Seven legally titled parcels offer meaningful generational flexibility, and an elevated homesite above the current residence presents a striking vantage point for future construction.

Resident elk frequent the property year-round, with the opportunity to harvest mule deer, whitetail, and elk directly from your own ground.

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QUICK FACTS

• 58.5± acres with approximately 45 acres of irrigated pasture and hay ground

• Senior decreed water rights from Little Fourth of July Creek, historically defended and confirmed

• 3,180± square foot ranch-style home built in 2006 with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, including two primary suites

• Single-axis solar tracking system designed to increase solar energy production by approximately 25–40% over fixed panels

• 12.5kW Kubota marine diesel generator capable of powering the residence during outages

• Heated 40’ x 70’ shop with finished office and dedicated meat processing room with adjacent cold room

• Heated nine-stall barn with automatic waterers previously supporting an award-winning horse breeding operation

• 30’ x 60’ hay and equipment building currently used for RV and boat storage

• Professionally engineered underground survival shelter with integrated air filtration system and Starlink internet with wireless point-to-point bridge serving all improvements

• Central outdoor boiler heating system delivering reliable, high-efficiency heat independent of conventional utilities

ACREAGE

The property encompasses 58.5± acres, with approximately 45 acres in irrigated pasture and quality hay ground. The land is primarily level and usable near the improvements, immediately rising into open mountainous terrain that leads to an elevated secondary building site with expansive views. Situated within the Fourth of July Creek drainage, the ranch benefits from natural topographic protection that significantly reduces prevailing wind exposure.

IMPROVEMENTS

The 3,180± square foot ranch-style home, built in 2006, offers four bedrooms and three baths, including two primary suites, and sits just steps from Little Fourth of July Creek. Improvements include a heated nine-stall barn with automatic waterers, a 40’ x 70’ heated shop with finished office/man cave and dedicated meat processing room, and a 30’ x 60’ hay and equipment building currently used for RV and boat storage. Cross-fenced, irrigated pastures support horses or a small cattle operation, complemented by a fenced garden and mature landscaping with automatic irrigation. A professionally engineered underground survival shelter/root cellar is integrated into the property, along with solar-tracking panels, central boiler heat, and a 12.5kW Kubota marine diesel generator capable of powering the home, providing resilient, selfsufficient infrastructure.

RECREATION

With more than 90% of Lemhi County held in public ownership, the Salmon Valley offers immediate access to millions of acres of backcountry. From the property, you are positioned at the gateway to the Frank Church–River of No Return Wilderness, one of the largest contiguous wilderness areas in the Lower 48.

The Salmon River, known as the “River of No Return,” delivers nationally recognized whitewater on both the Main and Middle Forks, drawing rafters and kayakers from across the country. Jet boating, drift fishing, and riverside camping are seasonal staples.

Beyond the river corridor, the surrounding Salmon-Challis National Forest provides extensive trail systems for horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking, ATV use, and snowmobiling, with elevations exceeding 12,000 feet. Alpine lakes, natural hot springs, and expansive ridgelines define a landscape built for yearround exploration.

HUNTING | WILDLIFE

Located in Idaho Game Management Unit 21A, this property lies within one of the West’s most recognized big game units. The surrounding Salmon Zone provides both general and controlled hunt opportunities for mule deer, whitetail, and elk, with season structures that include archery, rifle, and late hunts depending on tag type and draw.

Elk and deer move across the property year-round, and trophy mule deer and bull elk have been harvested directly on site. Adjoining National Forest allows you to step from irrigated pasture into expansive public ground without trailering or long approaches.

For non-resident sportsmen seeking a true Idaho hunting base, Unit 21A offers consistent opportunity, strong harvest statistics, and immediate access from your own gate.

North Mountain Ranch | North Fork, Idaho

FISHING

Little Fourth of July Creek runs through the property, feeding a private pond known to produce rainbow trout approaching 10 pounds. Cold, consistent water supports a dependable fishery just steps from the home.

Just 1.5± miles from the ranch, the Salmon River ranks among the West’s premier fisheries. Idaho is the only inland western state with ocean-run salmon and steelhead, and when runs are strong, hatchery returns create outstanding angling opportunities. Idaho Fish & Game state records stand at 54 pounds for Chinook salmon and 30 pounds, 2 ounces for steelhead.

Salmon River Country is defined by its productive waters, where rainbow, cutthroat, brook, and steelhead trout anchor a well-established and highly regarded fishery.

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES

Lost Trail Powder Mountain – 32± Miles

Located on the Continental Divide, Lost Trail Powder Mountain is a familyowned ski area known for deep annual snowfall exceeding 300 inches and its laid-back, independent character. With 1,800 skiable acres and a 1,800foot vertical drop, it offers a true mountain experience without resort congestion.

Middle Fork of the Salmon River

Considered one of the premier multi-day river trips in North America, the Middle Fork delivers technical whitewater, remote wilderness scenery, and natural hot springs along its corridor. Permits are issued through a lottery system, making access both regulated and highly sought after.

Regional Hot Springs

Gold Bug Hot Springs (approximately 41 miles south), Sharkey Hot Springs (about 38 miles southeast), and several undeveloped backcountry springs offer natural geothermal soaking experiences throughout the Salmon region.

Williams Lake

Williams Lake offers a quiet alpine setting for warm-weather and winter recreation just outside Salmon. The lake is known for rainbow trout fishing, as well as boating, canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Nearby trails, including Henry’s Creek and segments of the Thunder Mountain National Historic Trail, offer hiking and biking access through the surrounding forest.

LOCATION

North Mountain Ranch sits in Idaho’s Upper Salmon country, where timbered ridges, open benches, and cold, clear creeks define the landscape. The Salmon River is roughly 2 miles away, offering a front-row seat to rafting, fishing, and some of the West’s most storied wildlife corridors. Salmon, Idaho—your nearest full-service ranch town—is about 21 miles south, offering groceries, dining, and day-to-day essentials. Follow the river west, and you’ll reach Shoup in roughly 18 miles, a classic outpost surrounded by big country. For air service and broader amenities, Missoula, Montana, is approximately 120 miles away.

Driving northwest on Main Street (Highway 28) in Salmon, Idaho, turn right onto River Front Drive (US 93); continue 16± miles and take a slight right turn onto Fourth of July Creek Road; Continue 1.7± miles to the property located on the left.

AIRPORT SERVICES

Air access to the property is convenient for both private and commercial travel. Lemhi County Airport, located 23± miles south near Salmon, Idaho, is a public general aviation facility with a 5,510± foot paved runway at an elevation of 4,044± feet. Services include fuel, tie-down parking, and a first-come, first-served courtesy car. For commercial flights, Missoula Montana Airport (MSO) is approximately 130 miles north, or about 2.5 hours by vehicle. MSO offers service through Alaska, American, United, Delta, Sun Country, and Allegiant, providing connections to major U.S. cities and select Canadian destinations.

WATER RIGHTS

The ranch holds senior, decreed water rights from Little Fourth of July Creek, historically defended and confirmed under Idaho’s prior appropriation doctrine. Approximately 45± acres are irrigated through established flood and sprinkler systems.

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

Each of us at Fay Ranches 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 Ranches has guided owners toward a legacy of conserving wide-open spaces, enhancing and creating fisheries and wildlife habitats, and implementing sustainable agricultural operations. Fay Ranches 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.

SUMMARY

With year-round creek frontage and a private trout pond, this 58.5± acre ranch is defined by water, usability, and purpose-built infrastructure. Every improvement, from the heated barns and 40’ x 70’ shop to the solar tracking system, boiler heat, engineered survival shelter, and backup generation, reflects meticulous maintenance and functional design from top to bottom. Once home to an awardwinning horse-breeding operation, the property continues to offer exceptional livestock facilities. Hunting in Unit 21A consistently exceeds regional averages, while surrounding recreation embodies authentic western culture. This is peak selfsufficiency without sacrificing grid connectivity.

PRICE

$2,800,000 Cash

$1,158

Please contact Seth Johnson at (208) 530-1106 | sjohnson@ fayranches.com or Mike Gatlin at (307) 752-5104 | mgatlin@ 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.

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. TAXES

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