Across Montana and Idaho, public lands form the backdrop to an unparalleled way of life—where pristine wilderness and sophisticated living exist in perfect harmony. From the pine-lined trails of Idaho’s Panhandle to the rugged peaks of Montana’s Gallatin and Swan Ranges, these landscapes define life in the West. Whether it’s hiking through National Forests, fishing in alpine lakes, or spotting elk across forest service or state lands, proximity to the wild is a hallmark of these extraordinary properties.
Plaid Swan Ranch | 3039 And 3005 Foothill Road | Kalispell, Montana
13 Bedrooms, 14 Bathrooms | 16,336 Sq Ft
MLS# 30053398 | $24,250,000
Jennifer Shelley | (406) 249-8929 | jennifershelley@purewestmt.com
Proximity: Jewel Basin, Swan Mountain Range
354 Brass Lantern Court | Bozeman, Montana
7 Bedrooms, 5 Bathrooms | 9,787 Sq Ft
MLS# 402064 | $16,525,000
Platinum Properties | Trent Lister | (406) 595-0149 | trent@purewestmt.com
Platinum Properties | Valerie Johnson | (406) 581-5057 | valerie@suplatinum.com
Proximity: Gallatin National Forest, M Trail
Special K Lodge | 170 Hyalite Drive | Big Sky, Montana
5 Bedrooms, 6 Bathrooms | 5,451 Sq Ft
MLS# 402039 | $4,500,000
Sandy Revisky de Leon | (406) 539-6316 | sandy@ownbigsky.com
Proximity: Gallatin River
24037 Geri Lane | Bigfork, Montana
4 Bedrooms, 7 Bathrooms | 7,574 Sq Ft
MLS# 30056008 | $3,950,000
Jennifer Shelley | (406) 249-8929 | jennifershelley@purewestmt.com
Proximity: Bigfork Lake, Flathead Lake, Flathead National Forest
9670 North Fork Road | Polebridge, Montana
11 Bedrooms, 8 Bathrooms | 6,702 Sq Ft
MLS# 30035440 | $3,000,000
Matthew Hohnberger | (406) 212-3600 | matthew@matthewhohnberger.com
Proximity: Forest Service, State Land, Fish & Wildlife & Game
Quill Hill Ranch | 22 Porcupine | Wilsall, Montana
4 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms | 4,480 Sq Ft
MLS# 400639 | $2,495,000
Jackie Miller | (406) 539-5003 | jackie@purewestmt.com
Proximity: Custer Gallatin National Forest, Shields River, Crazy Mountains, Bridger Range, Yellowstone National Park
182 Elk Ridge Road | Livingston, Montana
2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 1,448 Sq Ft
MLS# 401380 | $2,200,000
Platinum Properties | Valerie Johnson | (406) 581-5057 | valerie@suplatinum.com
Platinum Properties | Trent Lister | (406) 595-0149 | trent@purewestmt.com
Proximity: Bridger Range
406 USFS Road 2235A | Sagle, Idaho
2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 1,704 Sq Ft
Listing ID# 20251677 | $429,000
Paul Reizen | (208) 610-1486 | paul@purewestid.com
Jolena Overland | (208) 255-8870 | jolena@purewestid.com
Proximity: Idaho Panhandle Forest Service, Lake Pend Oreille, Green Monarch Range, Grouse Mountain
From serene lakeshores to trailheads just beyond the backyard, these homes offer the perfect balance of comfort and connection to the land. For those who dream of mountain mornings, star-filled nights, and limitless access to public lands, these Montana and Idaho properties invite you to live where the wilderness is always within reach.
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