Lois Lake Ranch

The Lois Lake Ranch represents an increasingly rare opportunity to acquire one of Montanas truly exceptional legacy ranches. Encompassing 2,290 contiguous acres, the ranch blends luxury improvements, rare water resources, equestrian amenities, and outstanding recreational qualities into a private retreat. The approximately 8,900 square-foot custom residence serves as the centerpiece of the ranch, thoughtfully designed to capture the panoramic mountain views, while providing luxurious accommodations for family and guests. The ranch offers the privacy, scale, and natural beauty sought by todays most discerning landowners. At the heart of the ranch lies the picturesque 26 acre Lois Lake whose calm waters reflect the surrounding timbered hills and open meadows. Snowshoe creek winds year round through the ranch, creating a landscape rich with water, wildlife, and natural beauty seldom found in a single holding. The propertys diverse terrain, abundant water, and direct access to adjoining public lands create a premier setting for outdoor recreation, horseback riding, hiking, and hunting. For more than 25 years, the current family ownership has intentionally chosen not to hunt the ranch despite its outstanding wildlife habitat. This unique stewardship has allowed wildlife to utilize the ranch with minimal pressure, presenting the next owner with exceptional and largely untapped sporting potential. The ranch directly adjoins hundreds of thousands of acres of public land, extending opportunities for horseback riding, hiking, hunting, trail riding, and exploration well beyond the ranch boundaries. Equestrian enthusiasts will appreciate the impressive 12,800 square-foot indoor riding arena, capable of supporting year round riding, training, and horse care regardless of Montanas seasons. Additional improvements include managers quarters, multiple garage bays, and an approximately 20 x 40 outdoor storage pole shed, offering ample space for equipment, vehicles, recreational gear, and ranch operations. Lois Lake Ranch reflects generations of thoughtful stewardship, where responsible land management and a commitment to conservation have preserved the properties exceptional character. Protected by a thoughtfully designed conservation easement, the holding will remain a landscape of open meadows, healthy timber, abundant water, and thriving wildlife for generations to come. The current ownership has carefully managed the land to enhance its ecological health while maintaining its productivity and recreational appeal. From the pristine waters of Lois Lake and year round Snowshoe Creek to healthy native habitat that supports an abundance of wildlife, every aspect of the ranch reflects a legacy of conservation and responsible stewardship Rarely does a Montana ranch so seamlessly unite abundant surface water, luxury improvements, premier equestrian facilities, exceptional sporting qualities, and remarkable accessibility. Just 45 minutes from Helena airport, providing convenient access for owners and guests traveling by private or commercial aircraft, Lois Lake Ranch stands among Montanas finest legacy properties offering a once in a generation opportunity to own a ranch that is as functional as it is beautiful. Whether enjoyed as a family retreat, equestrian estate, or an extraordinary sporting property, Lois Lake Ranch is a place where future generations can gather to experience the traditions, adventure, and enduring beauty of the Montana landscape. *Showings of this property require a scheduled appointment with the licensed Base Camp Country real estate agent. Persons who do not schedule an appointment will be considered trespassers. Property Address: 6040 Snowshoe Creek Rd Avon MT 59713 8900 sqft residence 26 acre private lake 2290 contiguous acres Borders hundreds of thousands of acres of public land 12,800 sqft indoor riding arena 2 miles of Snowshoe Creek multiple springs bunk house multiple historic cabin sites conservation easement road system throughout perimeter and cross fenced throughout general deer and elk unit private setting fenced for cattle and horses DISTANCES 45 minutes to Helena international airport 35 minutes to Helena 25 minutes to Avon 25 minutes to Elliston 1 hour 10 minutes to Canyon Ferry Lake 6.5 miles to Little Blackfoot River