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.
Montana Turkey Hunting Property Map
Montana Turkey Hunting Properties
- 1876 Timber Creek Road, MT 59866
PRICE: $2,999,950
Acres: 80 STATUS: Active MLS#: 396963
House, guest house, cabin on the creek, and 3 more cabins give multiple family or Family Compound options! Broken Heart Ranch stands as a quintessential Montana legacy property. Homesteaded in the late 1800's, this secluded mountain ranch spans 80 acres, encircled entirely by U.S. Forest Service and State lands. The main residence, built in 1924, is a square-hewn log structure of 2400 sq ft, features an expansive open floor plan ideal for hosting. It has been modernized with updated plumbing and electrical systems while preserving its original stone fireplace. The covered porch offers panoramic views of the pasture and mountains, where a variety of wildlife including elk, moose, deer, and turkey, roam freely and call the ranch home. Accompanying the main house is a contemporary 1200 sq ft log guest house with two bedrooms, loft, and bathroom. "Cabin 6," a charming, vintage creek-front cabin, provides a serene wilderness retreat with complete amenities. Three additional rustic guest cabins are thoughtfully positioned across the grounds. The property also houses a historic log barn, echoing the charm of the old west, a modern four-car garage, and a quaint cottage-style greenhouse. Broken Heart became a working dude ranch and hunting lodge in the 1950's. Back then the lodgers were offered horseback rides, campfire cookouts, hunting trips, and summer rodeos were held on the property. Folklore suggests the ranch may have been a still site during prohibition. Today, thousands of acres of public lands border the ranch, offering extensive backcountry adventures on foot or horseback right from your doorstep. Recreational amenities include an 18-hole disc golf course, several campfire rings, and a small private pond, perfect for gatherings, exploring, and adventure. The recreational possibilities are boundless, with proximity to Clark Fork River for fishing and rafting, Silver Mountain skiing, hunting, hiking, snowmobiling, and various outdoor activities. Broken Heart Ranch promises ultimate seclusion with its end of the road privacy, nestled roughly an hour from both Missoula, MT, and Coeur d'Alene, ID, with convenient I-90 access. This distinctive estate is ideal for a family retreat, an Airbnb venture, or a personal sanctuary to relish the tranquility of western Montana. MLS# 396963
Property Area: 12M - Other Montana Counties Subdivision: None
Acres: 80
- 1876 Timber Creek Road, MT 59866
PRICE: $2,999,950
Acres: 80 STATUS: Active MLS#: 396843
Broken Heart Ranch stands as a quintessential Montana legacy property. Homesteaded in the late 1800's, this secluded mountain ranch spans 80 acres, encircled entirely by U.S. Forest Service and State lands. The main residence, built in 1924, is a square-hewn log structure of 2400 sq ft, features an expansive open floor plan ideal for hosting. It has been modernized with updated plumbing and electrical systems while preserving its original stone fireplace. The covered porch offers panoramic views of the pasture and mountains, where a variety of wildlife including elk, moose, deer, and turkey, roam freely and call the ranch home. Accompanying the main house is a contemporary 1200 sq ft log guest house with two bedrooms, loft, and bathroom. "Cabin 6," a charming, vintage creek-front cabin, provides a serene wilderness retreat with complete amenities. Three additional rustic guest cabins are thoughtfully positioned across the grounds. The property also houses a historic log barn, echoing the charm of the old west, a modern four-car garage, and a quaint cottage-style greenhouse. Broken Heart became a working dude ranch and hunting lodge in the 1950's. Back then the lodgers were offered horseback rides, campfire cookouts, hunting trips, and summer rodeos were held on the property. Folklore suggests the ranch may have been a still site during prohibition. Today, thousands of acres of public lands border the ranch, offering extensive backcountry adventures on foot or horseback right from your doorstep. Recreational amenities include an 18-hole disc golf course, several campfire rings, and a small private pond, perfect for gatherings, exploring, and adventure. The recreational possibilities are boundless, with proximity to Clark Fork River for fishing and rafting, Silver Mountain skiing, hunting, hiking, snowmobiling, and various outdoor activities. Broken Heart Ranch promises ultimate seclusion with its end of the road privacy, nestled roughly an hour from both Missoula, MT, and Coeur d'Alene, ID, with convenient I-90 access. This distinctive estate is ideal for a family retreat, an Airbnb venture, or a personal sanctuary to relish the tranquility of western Montana. MLS# 396843
Property Area: 12M - Other Montana Counties Subdivision: None
Acres: 80
- 27 N Talon Trail, Belfry MT 59008
PRICE: $239,900
Acres: 39.90 STATUS: Active MLS#: 396544
39.9 acres at the base of the Beartooth Mountains. 2 off grid Log cabins and a well, all running from solar. Wood burning stoves for winter heat. Fully furnished - could make a very nice short or long term rental. Lots of game in this area, including Elk, Deer, Antelope, Turkey, Moose and birds. MLS# 396544
Property Area: 12M - Other Montana Counties Subdivision: Other Nearest City: Belfry
Acres: 39.90
- TBD Lone Rock Canyon Lane, Hysham MT 59076
PRICE: $375,000
Acres: 160.35 STATUS: Active MLS#: 394995
Looking for some peace and quiet? This end of the road property is 160+ acres and is located in the Hysham Hills of Treasure county (population 765). It offers lots of seclusion, lots of wildlife and beautiful sunsets! It may be what you need. It has guaranteed access and great views that stretch for miles. It is a beautifully remote area of Montana that could make your own private hunting retreat or cabin retreat. Located approx. 80 miles east of Billings, it is a perfect spot for a secluded hideaway. It is about 7 miles from the highway or 5 miles northeast of Bear Creek County road. Wildlife includes mule deer, whitetails, elk, antelope, turkeys, grouse, coyotes, even bears and cougars. The famous Yellowstone and Big Horn Rivers are with 30 minutes to an hour away offering great fishing, boating and water fowl hunting. Snow at times may need to be plowed. Access can be challenging during mud season. Cell phones generally work. Hysham is approx. 22 miles to the north. Forsyth is 37 miles to the northeast, Billings is 90 miles to the west, and Hardin is 50 minutes to the southwest. This an area of 160+ parcels. No covenants. MLS# 394995
Property Area: 12M - Other Montana Counties Subdivision: None Nearest City: Hysham
Acres: 160.35
- 126 Upper Deer Creek, Big Timber MT 59011
PRICE: $5,250,000
Acres: 1,463 STATUS: Active MLS#: 394751
The Cross M Ranch consists of 1460 deeded acres, 40 acres of BLM lease, and 110 acres of private lease which is not guaranteed to transfer to new buyer. Stretching across rolling hills and winding coulees, this methodically maintained ranch embodies the essence of the Montana frontier, offering a sanctuary for both cattle and wildlife alike. As you traverse the undulating terrain, you’ll be captivated by the timeless allure of Montana’s open range. Established roadways provide easy access to new or favorite recreational spots. Cross M Ranch is a private outdoor sanctuary in Montana’s four seasons. Cross M ranch is a well-balanced Central Montana Ranch, with modest improvements including an older barn, lean-to-shed, round pen for breaking horses, extensive corral system, calving facilities and with 60+/- acres of irrigated hay base. Pastures and rangeland are predominately native species of grass along with extensive areas of sage and juniper cover. With several water rights including irrigation and stock water rights, along with a huge reservoir the Cross M Ranch is well watered. This ranch is owner rated at 80 pair with supplemental hay for the winter months. Abundant water resources, including lively ripples, cool pools, encompass the ranch’s 1.3± miles of Upper Deer Creek and support the diversity of wildlife. Depending on the time of year, the creek offers excellent fly-angling opportunities for brown and brook trout. The ranch is home to mule deer, whitetail, antelope, bear, turkey, Hungarian partridge, grouse and many other birds. MLS# 394751
Property Area: 8B - Sweet Grass/Big Timber Nearest City: Big Timber
Acres: 1,463
- 659 Deadmans Canyon Road, Big Timber MT 59069
PRICE: $4,250,000
Acres: 1,280 STATUS: Active MLS#: 394632
The Stagecoach Trail Ranch was once a corridor in the old west providing passage to travelers from Billings to Bozeman. Today this hunter’s paradise also serves as a major corridor for wildlife between two large land holdings that harbor herds of Elk, Mule Deer and Antelope. Not only does it offer the aforementioned species but, also, it offers black bear, turkey, upland birds, and mountain lion. The two parcel property consists of 1,280 +/- acres in total. Of this contiguous two section ranch, there is 160+/- acres of dryland hay acreage with the remainder being lightly timbered filled draws and hills. The property gains elevation from east to west with spring fed tributaries carving out draws to the center of the property where the stagecoach trail was once located. The old stagecoach trail is now part of the county road where the two seasonal tributaries flow towards until meeting the Deadman’s Creek that flows west to east throughout the main property. In it’s current capacity it is a working ranch maintaining a balance of smaller ruminants and cattle. The headquarters of the ranch features the main 16’x80’ 3B/2B modular home, homestead, barn, 7 additional outbuildings, and corrals. Additionally, there is a 2023 16’x80’ 3B/2B modular home at the eastern border of the property. The Stagecoach Trail Ranch offers a multitude of opportunities at big and small game. It has historically been maintained as a self sustaining, easily ran livestock operation with adequate improvements. It is easily accessible 12 mile drive via the Greycliff exit from Interstate 90 to the headquarters of the ranch or 9 miles from Reed Point, MT. The old stagecoach trail is now the maintained county road that bisects the property running east to west. The road and trail systems on the ranch offer ease of access to traverse the terrain. Following the county road is the Deadman’s Creek that runs throughout the property nearly year round. The topography, springs, and surprisingly diverse terrain of this contiguous holding enable it to thrive as a wildlife oasis that is situated between two large estates. To complement this, it also excels with its locale, has ease of access, terrain, and water. This ranch affords a unique opportunity to own a productive hunting property in South Central Montana. Come join us for a tour of the Stagecoach Trail Ranch in “The Best Last Place”. MLS# 394632
Property Area: 8S - Sweet Grass County Nearest City: Big Timber
Acres: 1,280
- 5191 Old Yellowstone Trail, Three Forks MT 59752
PRICE: $12,900,000
Acres: 650 STATUS: Active MLS#: 394606
Jefferson Springs Ranch is the epitome of a Montana riverfront ranch, boasting hundreds of acres of lush, wildlife-rich riparian bottomland, productive ranchland, recreational amenities, and outstanding views of the Bridger, Madison, and Tobacco Root mountains. The 650± acre property is nestled alongside approximately 1.6± miles of the Jefferson River, a few miles south of Three Forks, under 30 minutes from the Bozeman airport, and approximately 40 minutes from downtown Bozeman, Montana. Perhaps the most unique aspect of the ranch is the lush, spring-laden bottomland along the Jefferson River. Here, springs, wetland complexes, and remnant river sloughs intertwine among hundred-year-old cottonwoods. The wildlife is prolific. A wide variety of waterfowl, including ducks (mallards, widgeon, blue winged teal, cinnamon teal), Canada geese, and tundra swans, as well as geese, turkey, pheasant, eagles, sandhill cranes, and songbirds, are perpetually present. Big game, including whitetail deer, moose, and occasionally elk also call the ranch home. The ranch is being offered in “turnkey” condition. A charming farmhouse provides 3,056± square feet of living space, including five bedrooms, three bathrooms, and two living rooms. The current owner has identified and secured permits for septic systems at two additional premier homesites, tucked against the private, wooded bottomland and providing panoramic mountain views. Jefferson Springs Ranch offers an unparalleled blend of outstanding wildlife habitat, productive ranchland, and convenient location, making it an ideal retreat for a new owner to create their own secluded, wildlife-rich oasis. MLS# 394606
Property Area: 4TSW - Three Forks South/Willow Creek Nearest City: Three Forks
Acres: 650
- 12430 Crystal Mountain Road, Three Forks MT 59752
PRICE: $573,700
Acres: 21.77 STATUS: Active MLS#: 392455
Lot 1004 of 21.8 acres is being sold for its “LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION”-– and for its SPACIOUSNESS & SECLUSION!! It is truly one-of-a-kind! MAY BE SUBDIVDEABLE for regaining some costs. It features a massive 4,536 sq ft metal-roofed, metal-sided, pole-barn shop for a new owner who may enjoy fabricating wood or metal products, or for storage of vehicle “toys.” PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD STRICTLY AS-SEEN, AS-IS & only the vehicles will be removed by the seller; OTHER DEBRIS ON PROPERTY WILL REMAIN. The owner hooked into the electrical grid, plus created a solar powered water well & parked their RV here to live in. Keeping existing water flowing to an outdoor pot will undoubtedly welcome a wide variety of songbirds, rabbits, wild turkeys, foxes, geese, pheasants. etc., seasonally. An uninhabitable dilapidated former dwelling consisting of 4 Bd, 1 Ba upstairs & 2 Bd, 1 Ba downstairs on a 55’x 30’ cinder block foundation exists. Owner is putting NO VALUE on for this because it could be mold ridden; pictures shown are merely to show what is there. As to LOCATION, this spread-out acreage has numerous unused places where mother-in-law quarters could be built without losing privacy of the already-improved portion of the property. Additionally, it is near the northwesternmost extreme of 18.5-square-mile Ponderosa Pines Ranch where a very short hike across railroad right-of-way to a side-channel fishing spot opposite a large vegetated island of the Missouri River where locals say fishing can be phenomenal in the fall of a year; wildlife abound on this island. So, this may be especially attractive to a buyer who likes to fish/boat/raft, or just sit on the riverbank & watch the natural peacefulness of Canada geese and pelicans’ nesting on the island & observe the eagles that like to chase them. To further add to the end-of-road privacy & mystique of the LOCATION is a deep, heavily vegetated natural seasonal stream channel on the northeast side of the acreage; to zoom in on this area use Google Earth coordinates on the big shop at 46.08783,-111.38907. Some pictures here show native wildlife. The perimeter boundary is fenced but needs some repairs. Property tax in 2023 was a low $1,305. Covenants exist but are no longer enforced by the disbanded property owners’ association. Elevation of only 4,000 ‘ is 400’ lower than the international airport in Belgrade, MT located less than 1 hour drive away, meaning winter snow accumulation is comparatively minimal. MLS# 392455
Property Area: 4TP - Three Forks - Ponderosa Pines Subdivision: Ponderosa Pines Nearest City: Three Forks
Acres: 21.77
- 1146 US Highway 12 E, Townsend MT 59644
PRICE: $2,850,000
Acres: 740.08 STATUS: Active MLS#: 392441
Welcome to the first ever offering of the HorseWyse Ranch near Townsend Montana. This approximately 740 acre offering has been operated as an equestrian training center for over 25 years with a steeped history in the area. With multiple homes, RV facilities, indoor and outdoor horse training arenas, and more, this property is perfect for those seeking a blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. Light grazing and abundant live water sources throughout the ranch make it a very attractive choice for a small to medium size livestock operation. The big game harvest success in the area has been spectacular with a portion of the ranch bordering State Trust Lands offering a travel corridor for animals transitioning to the adjacent croplands. Numerous upland game species call the ranch home including Hungarian Partridge, Sharptail Grouse, and Pheasants. There are also increasing visits from the area’s turkey flocks with gobblers sounding off as we took videos/photos of the property. MLS# 392441
Property Area: 9A - Broadwater County Nearest City: Townsend
Acres: 740.08
- 57 South Barber Rd, Ryegate MT 59036
PRICE: $3,400,000
Acres: 1,015 STATUS: Active MLS#: 391487
From ridge lines to rolling grasslands and wheat fields to timbered coulees and picturesque rock formations, this property is everything an outdoor enthusiast seeks. Welcome to The Table Rock Ranch. The land is sporty by nature, and the owner has paid close attention to the stewardship of the property while developing the recreational amenities. That sense is further bolstered by the quantity of wildlife that are apparent. Pheasant, Sharp tail, Hungarian Partridge, Turkey, Waterfowl, and large whitetail deer, mule deer, are generally present in strong numbers along with an occasional elk, bear, and antelope. Views from this central valley location are panoramic, with the Crazy Mountains, Big Snowy Mountains, and Little Snowy Mountain ranges on the horizon as well as more distant views of ranges outside of the basin like the Bull Mountains. The home sits along the bank of the Musselshell River with views in every direction. This four bedroom, two bath home comes completely furnished, two car attached garage, office or reloading room, kitchen, dining, living room, two wood fireplaces, full basement with lots of room, and has a 24KW back up generator. Bring your family or guest on a great upland bird hunt, or sit them in any of the eight ground blinds for deer or elk hunting. The bird dog field trial pastime encompasses several facets of the game, from horseback stakes to walking events, on every upland gamebird-- sharp tail, pheasant, and Hungarian partridge. The Table Rock Ranch host two sanction events every year. To create this bird sanctuary, the owners planted wheat in eight well placed food plots scattered throughout the ranch. The property wildlife prospers due to good nesting and winter cover with food sources located in close proximity to habitat areas. If the natural grass isn't enough, the owners planted four shelter belts consisting of Juniper, Caragana, Chokecherry, Cotoneaster, and Russian olive. The ranch is one hour to Billings International Airport, and two hours to Bozeman International Airport. Please call and set up your own private showing. MLS# 391487
Property Area: 12M - Other Montana Counties Nearest City: Ryegate
Acres: 1,015
