Montana wild turkeys are located in many areas of the state, but are primarily found in Southeastern Montana, and Central Montana. Wild turkeys in Montana prefer open ponderosa pine forest in rugged terrain, interspersed with grassland and brushy draws. Open ponderosa pine-grassland cover types are most widely used in the Longpine Hills during summer and early fall; canyon bottoms at lower elevations, grain fields and livestock feeding areas are utilized in late fall and winter. Nesting activities of wild turkeys are associated with the edge of deciduous trees and brush.
Montana falls outside the wild turkey’s ancestral range and it is not native to Montana. When the Montana Department of Fish and Game decided to introduce turkeys into Montana, it selected the Merriam’s as the best choice to achieve success. In 1954, department biologists introduced 13 Colorado birds into the Judith Mountains of central Montana. A second release was made in 1955 when 18 turkeys from Wyoming were released into the Long Pines area of southeastern Montana. Wyoming stock was also used in the Ashland area of southeastern Montana in 1956 and 1957 when 26 birds were released. This marked the last time stock from outside Montana was transplanted.
Wild turkeys in Montana have now become so prolific that they have become nuisances in many rural communities.
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Montana Turkey Hunting Properties
- 360 Roosevelt Drive, Butte MT 59701
PRICE: $675,000
Acres: 10.42 STATUS: Active MLS#: 405877
Welcome to a home where country living and outdoor adventure come together. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath sits on just over 10 acres with no HOA, giving you the freedom to live the Montana lifestyle your way. A brand-new addition makes it easy to gather friends and family—whether for holidays, celebrations, or quiet evenings by the fire. The property is set up for goats, chickens, turkeys, and more, with fencing that secures your animals while still allowing wildlife to pass through. A seasonal creek adds to the setting, creating a peaceful backdrop right outside your door. Adventure begins the moment you step outside. The Continental Divide Trail, Thompson Park, and Beaverhead - Deerlodge National Forest are all close by, offering endless opportunities for hunting, hiking, biking, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing. And when you need to connect with the wider world, Butte and Bert Mooney Airport is about a 15 minute drive away. Here, mornings start with feeding animals, afternoons with a trail ride or mountain hike, and evenings watching the elk, deer and more with family gathered close. This isn’t just a home—it’s pure Montana living. MLS# 405877
Property Area: 10OB - Other Butte/Silver Bow Areas Subdivision: None Nearest City: Butte
Acres: 10.42
