About 2191 Milligan Road
Nestled between the Missouri and Smith Rivers, this 2,371+ acre ranch in Cascade, Montana is a rare find. Spanish coulee ranch is a combination of careful consideration to agriculture and operational efficiency with an array of wildlife habitat and recreation.
The property is comprised of 1,727+ acres of grazing, 208+ acres of Roundup Ready alfalfa and 400+ acres with elk fence provide sturdy fencing regardless of your needs. There are 11 separate pastures that lend themselves to the possibility of rotational grazing. Annual precipitation and snowfall averages a total of 85.53 inches according to U.S. Climate Data. Stock water to these pastures is provided via either deep wells or live water in Spanish Coulee, a vital water source for the ranch. This coulee collects from natural springs and diverted water and provides ample water supply for the ranch’s crops and livestock. Domestic water is provided from a spring near the main home. The ranch is owner rated at 200 cows year around. Fencing, reservoirs and other improvements are all in excellent condition, making the operation a turn-key purchase.
The pond located on the ranch is up to 30 feet deep in places and stocked with Kamloops trout, giving owners a peaceful and private fishing location amongst the rugged beauty of the landscape. Additional fishing opportunity exists just 5+ miles away along the Smith River.
This ranch is fully equipped with cattle handling and processing facilities and other improvements include a shop, calving barn, implement barn, and utility room.
Manager/Owner quarters consists of a 3,359+ SF home built in 1952 with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Home features a basement for extra living space, Central AC and a garage for your vehicles. An older 800+ SF one bedroom, one bathroom adds charm to quarters providing additional living space for guests or ranch employees.
Surrounded by the area’s mountain ranges, the ranch offers panoramic views and recreation in all directions. Wildlife is abundant, with antelope, mule deer, abundant upland birds, and occasional elk passing through the property. With the Lewis & Clark National Forest, Gates of the Mountains Wilderness Area, and Beartooth Wildlife Management Area nearby, the hunting and fishing opportunities are endless.
