Running J Ranch | Fay Ranches

RUNNING J RANCH

Philipsburg, Montana

$2,000,000

640± Acres

INTRODUCTION

Positioned between Philipsburg and Georgetown Lake in southwest Montana, Running J Ranch is a 640± acre recreational ranch rich in wildlife and featuring a desirable blend of mountain meadows and forest. Expansive views extend across the Pintler, Sapphire, and Flint Creek Mountain ranges. Well-defined ridges with varied topography, combined with a mix of forage and timbered cover, create a landscape that feels larger and more expansive than its 640± acres would suggest. An internal road system provides easy access throughout the ranch for hunting, horseback riding, ATV use, and general exploration. The property borders both conservation easement lands and a large neighboring ranch, which contributes to broad wildlife movement, an excellent sense of privacy, and unobstructed views.

The owner has historically used the Running J as a hunting camp and has enjoyed consistent opportunities to pursue elk and deer on the ranch year after year. In addition to hunting, the ranch offers an exceptionally beautiful setting for camping, hiking, wildlife viewing, and simply spending time outdoors. Recreational ranch properties of this size with excellent habitat diversity are becoming increasingly difficult to find in Western Montana.

Accessed via private easement from the Skalkaho Highway, the property enjoys a convenient location near Discovery Ski Area, Georgetown Lake, and the upper stretches of Rock Creek. The surrounding area offers year-round recreation, including skiing, fishing, snowmobiling, and extensive public land access. Philipsburg is approximately 14 miles away, while Missoula and Butte remain within a comfortable drive.

Running J Ranch stands out in today’s land market for its desirable blend of alpine meadows and forest, expansive mountain views, and quality wildlife habitat. These attributes, combined with its setting in a pristine valley, make Running J an increasingly uncommon opportunity in one of Western Montana’s premier recreational corridors.

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QUICK FACTS

• 640± acre recreational ranch near Philipsburg

• Excellent elk and deer hunting with strong surrounding habitat and limited development

• Rolling grass hills, defined ridgelines, and a desirable mix of open parks and timber

• Expansive views of the Pintler Range

• Internal road system providing easy access throughout the property for hunting and recreation

• Borders conservation easement lands and a large neighboring ranch

• Accessed via private easement from Highway 38

• Close proximity to Discovery Ski Area, Georgetown Lake, and the upper stretches of Rock Creek

• Approximately 14 miles from Philipsburg, 90 miles from Missoula, and 55 miles from Butte

• Off-grid recreational property offering privacy, seclusion, and exceptional sporting opportunities in Southwest Montana

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Running J Ranch | Philipsburg, Montana

• 640± acres

A diverse mix of open parks, timbered ridges, and rolling mountain terrain defines the acreage, creating a dynamic landscape that reflects the rugged character of Southwest Montana.

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Running J Ranch | Philipsburg, Montana

SCENIC VISTAS

Numerous benches amplify stunning views of the Pintler Range, surrounding mountains, and the valley below.

RECREATION

Few regions in the West offer the year-round recreational opportunities found in the Philipsburg area. Numerous trailheads near the ranch provide access to nearby National Forest lands for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, hunting, and wildlife viewing. The property is located only a few miles from the upper stretches and the forks of Rock Creek, one of Montana’s most respected blue-ribbon trout fisheries, while Georgetown Lake is just minutes away and offers boating, fishing, and additional recreation. Winter recreation is equally abundant, with Discovery Ski Area nearby and extensive opportunities for snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and other winter activities throughout the surrounding mountains.

HUNTING | WILDLIFE

The owner has historically utilized Running J Ranch as a private hunting camp and describes the property as an elk “honey hole.” Elk have consistently been harvested on the ranch year after year. The combination of timber cover, open parks, and varied topography allows the ranch to hunt larger than its 640± deeded acres would suggest. The ranch’s internal road system provides efficient access throughout the property, while the surrounding landscape supports healthy wildlife movement and limited development. Running J Ranch is located in Hunting District 210, a general hunting district for elk and whitetail deer, with mule deer available through a special draw permit.

Running J Ranch | Philipsburg, Montana

LOCATION

Philipsburg, Montana, is an authentic town in western Montana that offers all the necessary amenities and smalltown charm. The streets are lined with historic buildings, where visitors can enjoy shopping, restaurants, a fly shop, a brewery, and an old-time candy store.

AIRPORT SERVICES

The property lies within easy reach of three major Montana airports. Bert Mooney Airport (BTM) in Butte is approximately 60 miles northeast, Helena Regional Airport (HLN) is less than 95 miles southeast, and Missoula International Airport (MSO) is roughly 97 miles west. Together, these airports provide convenient commercial air service with connections to major western U.S. hubs, including Denver, Salt Lake City, Seattle, and beyond.

Running J Ranch | Philipsburg, 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

The property is not currently encumbered by a conservation easement. With its high-quality wildlife habitat and location in an area known for large recreational landholdings, Running J Ranch is likely a strong candidate for future protections.

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.

Running J Ranch | Philipsburg, Montana

Running J Ranch is a standout 640± acre recreational property ideally situated between Philipsburg and Georgetown Lake in one of Western Montana’s most sought-after outdoor corridors. A diverse landscape of mountain meadows, timbered ridges, and varied topography provides exceptional wildlife habitat and expansive views of the Pintlers and surrounding mountain ranges. Long enjoyed as a private hunting camp with consistent success, Running J Ranch is ready for its next chapter.

PRICE TERMS CONTACT NOTICE

$538.61

$2,000,000 Cash

Conventional Financing 1031 Exchange

Please contact Daniel Mahoney at (406) 360-7373 | dmahoney@ 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.

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

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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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