nhn swamp creek hunting ranch

Swamp Creek Hunting Ranch spans +/-1,799 acres of mountain ground west of Plains, Montana. The landscape features a blend of open benches, timbered slopes, and natural drainages, with year-round Bemish Creek flowing through the property. Several seasonal creeks and natural springs are also present, adding to the overall water resources and enhancing wildlife habitat across the tract. The ranch borders Lolo National Forest, offering direct access to expansive public lands for hunting, hiking, and other recreational pursuits. In 2017, the property was affected by the Sheep Gap Fire, which reduced thick understory in areas—lowering fire risk, improving visibility, and creating favorable conditions for habitat recovery and new forage growth. There are no structures or utilities in place, providing a blank slate for future development, recreation, or land stewardship. Access is via an unimproved Forest Service road, with existing internal logging roads offering reach across key areas of the property. Located in FWP Region 1, Hunting District 121, this area is known for strong populations of elk, deer, black bear, mountain lion, and upland birds. The ranch lies approximately 30 minutes from Plains. Missoula Montana Airport (MSO) is 90 minutes away, with Missoula and Kalispell each within a two-hour drive.