23 Acres in Columbus, MT - $59,000

Envision an escape from the hustle and bustle of the big city, a place where magnificent views of the snowcapped Beartooth and Yellowstone Mountains stimulate your adventurous side and demand your attention. Off in the distance, you can view the fantastic flowing Yellowstone River holding its fish captive waiting for your line and hook to retrieve them. A gentle mountain fresh breeze cools your steaming cup of coffee as you take in Montanas splendid scenery on the front porch of your dream home on 23 acres of land to roam. Located in the exclusive Yellowstone River Ranch subdivision, this area borders 640 acres of state land assuring your views will remain unobstructed and your solitude undisturbed. The state land offers prime hunting grounds where you and your family can make memories to last a lifetime. Being part of the subdivision includes approximately 30 miles of private gravel roads, a community park, a boat launch, and walk-in fishing access. As property owners, you can choose to build a home or use your lavish land for camping and recreating year-round. In addition, the interstate is only 10 minutes away and city life in Billings is 40 minutes. If a passion for the great outdoors runs through your blood, take the chance to make your vivid mountainous aspirations more than just a pipe dream!Local AreaThe full-service community of Columbus, Montana is home to about 2000 people and is part of Stillwater County. Columbus sits in the fabulous foothills of the Beartooth Mountains and takes great pride in the most scenic route to Yellowstone National Park via the Beartooth Pass. Here, the Yellowstone and Stillwater Rivers converge making it a place of plenty outdoor recreating. Hike, fish, camp, look for wildlife, or leisurely behold the splendid scenery that only Montana can deliver. If you have a passion for history and would like to learn about the area, visit the Museum of the Beartooths for Northern Pacific Railroad memorabilia and World War II history. Billings, Montana is 45 minutes away and is considered a central point to western attractions, events, shopping, and cuisine. There is also an International Airport in Billings.The booming city of Billings, Montana is rapidly growing to make sure to keep the title of the largest city in Montana. As the county seat of Yellowstone County, it is considered to be the trade and distribution center for much of the state, east of the Continental Divide, Northern Wyoming, and western portions of North and South Dakota. Billings has superb shopping, delicious dining, and boisterous breweries. The city offers a range of recreational activities with 45 miles of multi-use trails for biking, hiking, or dog-walking. The city itself is situated in a beautiful area carved out by the Yellowstone River and surrounded by the majestic Rims. Billings truly has all the amenities and is immersed in history.Area AttractionsZoo MontanaZoo Montana is a zoological/botanical garden, accredited arboretum, and educational facility in Billings Montana.Their mission is to educate on the conservation of wildlife throughout Montana. The zoo cares for over 80 animals including Amur Tigers, Grizzly Bears, Wolverine, River Otters, Takin, and Canada Lynx, among others, most of which are rescues.Little Bighorn BattlefieldThis national monument is 15 miles southeast of Hardin and is famously where Custer took his last stand.Pompeys PillarThe Expedition of Lewis and Clark gives us a historical account of their journey through Montana, and at Pompeys Pillar, you can view William Clarks signature carved in stone. It is the only physical evidence left of the Expedition and will leave a lasting impression on you as well!Pictograph Cave State ParkCome to contemplate the origins of humankind when they were prehistoric hunters. The three main caves, Pictograph, Middle, and Ghost, display hundreds of pictographs or rock paintings with the oldest rock art being over 2000 years old!The Yellowstone River and Premiere Blue-Ribbon FishingThis constant, unwavering river flows throughout the Yellowstone River corridor just as it has for centuries: in its natural state. It has not been dammed nor tamed and is the longest, free-flowing river as such in the lower 48 states. It meanders through a variety of scenery and various topographies from steep canyon walls to lazily flowing through farm country. Its fresh, clean waters provide fishing, floating, swimming, and rafting. The nutrient-rich areas surrounding the river are a paradise for wildlife making hunting especially good as well. Enjoy viewing wildlife such as bald eagles, elk, white-tailed deer, and black and grizzly bears. Certainly, you will want to take advantage of the world-class fishing known internationally as the best. These premier trout waters produce an abundance of big trout and the native Yellowstone cutthroat trout. In the upper half of the river, species found are cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, large whitefish, and brown trout. In the lower half or warmer waters, species found are large walleye, catfish, and sturgeon. The beauty of fishing the Yellowstone River is its length and ample space. Anglers are not crowded with others and have the length of the river to spread out. The beautiful landscape encompassing the banks enhances the whole experience. Dry fly fishing is excellent as well as sub-surface fishing with nymphs and streamers.Beartooth HighwayThe famous Beartooth Highway has 68 miles of winding roads waiting to be navigated. This unique highway climbs to the highest elevation in both Montana and Wyoming! Its considered an All-American Road that holds a designation as one of the most beautiful in America. With switchbacks and glorious scenery, travelers can gape at wildlife and the snow-capped Northern Rocky Mountains. The highway is traditionally open from Memorial Day through Columbus Day.