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Gallatin River MeadowsB O Z E M A N , M O N T A N A

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Introduction:Gallatin River Meadows represents the finest in trout

fishing and sporting retreats currently available in Montana

and the Northern Rocky Mountains. This 68-acre offering

boasts ¼ mile of Gallatin River frontage, a large spring-

fed pond, lush riparian corridor, mature cottonwood forest

and a large variety of birds and wildlife. Included is a

spacious main residence, and a comfortable guest house or

caretaker’s home. Enjoy stunning views of the surrounding

mountains and the views overlooking the spring-fed pond.

It is close to Bozeman and all the amenities offered by the

this fabulous mountain town. This property is not just

rare, it is virtually irreplaceable.

Gallatin River MeadowsB O Z E M A N , M O N T A N A

Craig Janssen, Associate Broker

Jack McInnerney, Sales Associate

Toll Free: 866.734.6100

Office: 406.586.6010


Location:Gallatin River Meadows lies on the east bank of the Gallatin River, 9 miles from Bozeman. The Bozeman Yellowstone

International Airport (formerly known as Gallatin Field) is less than 15 minutes from the property. It offers air service

from United, Delta/Northwest, Frontier, Allegiant and Alaska/Horizon. Service for private aircraft can is provided by

Yellowstone Jet Center or Arlin’s Air Service.

US News and World Reports has reported that Bozeman is one of the best places to retire. “Stunning views of the Rocky

Mountains, strong local economy, and intellectual and cultural activities” were cited as the reason for Bozeman being

ranked at the top of the list on bizjornals “10 highest ranked cities offering the best quality of life.”

Acreage:Gallatin River Meadows encompasses approximately 68 acres combining river frontage, a large pond, lush river bottom and

treed bench. The property can be accessed from Highway 191, a mile north of Gallatin Gateway.


Climate:This part of Montana enjoys a mild climate with over 300 days of sunshine. July and August are the warmest months with

high temperatures averaging in the low 80s and nighttime lows in the 50s. January is typically the coldest month with daily

highs in the mid 30s. The Bozeman area sees on average over 18 inches of precipitation per year with the majority in April,

May and June. Average annual snowfall is around 85 inches, a little more against the mountains on the southwest side of town.

Gallitan River Meadows receives less than half that amount of snowfall. Snow removal is needed periodically, however it is

rarely a significant issue.


Area:Bozeman is nestled in the midst of the Gallatin Valley, the heart of Yellowstone country and is known for being sophisticated,

yet down to earth. Bozeman has a vibrant, upbeat community, and is home to Montana State University, Museum of the

Rockies and the Bozeman Symphony Orchestra. The Bozeman Symphony Orchestra is considered to be the finest in the

world for cities this size. The Bozeman area is a center for culture, commerce, tourism and the arts. Visitors and residents

appreciate easy access to commercial air travel, 4 golf courses, shopping and fine dining.

The Museum of the Rockies is home to one of the largest dinosaur fossil collections in the world and is also home to renowned

paleontologist Jack Horner. The museum has several historical exhibits that trace the origins of the area’s native people and

the trappers and settlers that came west. The world-class Taylor Planetarium and constantly changing art exhibits are also

found at the Museum of the Rockies.

“Bozeman is an exceptional town offering many opportunities for recreational experiences, while retaining its flavor as a

thriving arts and cultural community. Here culture and entertainment are as abundant as the blue sky. Bozeman uniquely

combines the classic Old West with the comforts and amenities of the new.”

- from The Ultimate Montana Atlas and Travel Encyclopedia by Michael and Heidi Dougherty.

Improvements:Bask in the beauty of the large wrap-around deck and the view

of the mountains reflected in the large spring-fed trout pond.

The 2,750 sqft, 4-bedroom, 3-bath home has large picture-

framed windows to provide the best views of the outdoors. The

home was constructed in 1990. The space is divided equally

between the upstairs and downstairs. An open floor plan has

the large kitchen, dining room and great room on the upper

floor with 3 of the 4 bedrooms downstairs.

The guest house is 1,250 sqft, with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths

and was built in 2008. It is comfortable and well built with

modern appliances and a great view. Situated about 100 feet

from the main home, it is perfect as a guest house or property

manager’s residence.


While leading wagon trains over the Bozeman Trail to the

booming gold camps of Bannack and Virginia City, miner-

turned-guide John Bozeman recognized the agricultural

potential of the Gallatin Valley. At his direction, William

Beall and Daniel Rouse designed a townsite in 1864. Not until

an act of the Territorial Legislature on January 7, 1869, did

the little town of Farmington become known as Bozeman.

Bozeman soon became a crucial supply center for nearby

Fort Ellis and for those heading farther west, and the county

seat of Gallatin County. John Bozeman was killed April 18,

1867, in the Livingston area, allegedly by Blackfeet, although

the details of the incident have been disputed over the years.)

When the designation of Yellowstone National Park brought

the promise of renown to the region in 1872, Bozeman

already boasted a telegraph line, newspaper, bank and school.

The first building boom along Main Street occurred when the

tracks of the Northern Pacific Railroad reached Bozeman in

1883. A decade later, electric streetlights, streetcars, and the

grand Bozeman Hotel urbanized the cityscape. The Montana

College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts, later Montana

State University, was established by legislative decree in 1893,

and the college’s presence helped Bozeman prosper as a

regional commercial center.

The Shoshone Indians knew the Gallatin as “the Swift Water”,

this remains true today especially in the canyon area. The

Native American’s name for the Gallatin Valley was “The

Valley of Flowers” because of the lush vegetation from some

of the most fertile land on the continent.

History:



Live Water:Gallatin River Meadows boasts over ¼ mile of one of the best fishing and most private stretches of the Gallatin River. The

property lies upstream from most of the main irrigation diversions so it enjoys far more water than a few miles downstream.

The acreage is also over a mile downstream and almost two miles up from any public access making it private and seldom

fished by anyone other than the owner. Since the land is downstream from the Gallatin Canyon and up-stream from much of

the irrigation diversion this area has a high fish count and a great average size. Brown and rainbow trout are most common

with an occasional brook trout.

“This stretch offers classic S-turns, inside corners, medium-depth runs and some bottomless pools. Casting a fly here on

a midsummer day, with towering cottonwoods standing guard overhead, is a Montana fly fishing treat. Beginning in early

March productive patterns include size 18 and 20 pheasant tails, lightning bugs, copper Johns, and serendipities. After runoff

expect the usual suspects – salmonflies, golden stones, PMDs, yellow sallies, tricos and caddis. Terrestrials are effective in this

stretch. Overall, the Gallatin is one of Montana’s top trout waters. It’s a place that offers reliable wild trout in good numbers

and the scenery is sure to please.”

- From the Fly Fisher’s Bible MONTANA by Greg Thomas.


Live Water: (Continued)“In the areas that aren’t affected by water depletion, this section of river fishes well with caddis, attractor dries and nymphs.

This section of river fishes better in the evening than during mid-day and Elk Hair and Goddard Caddis from #14 to #18 work

well at that time. During the day the royal wulff, royal trude, bitch creek and yuck bug work well. When the wind blows in

August and September try a hopper or beetle pattern next to the bank on the surface. Try this above Cameron Bridge where

the effects of irrigation are less severe.”

-From The Montana Angling Guide, by Chuck Fothergill and Bob Sterling

The Gallatin is a mid-sized, freestone western river that flows un-dammed for over 100 miles. It starts in Yellowstone National

Park and ends where it meets the Madison and Jefferson Rivers making up one branch of the Three Forks of the Missouri.

On July 27, 1806, Captains Lewis and Clark named the east fork of the three forks of the Missouri in honor of U.S. Treasury

Secretary, Albert Gallatin.


Nearby Live Water:According to many knowledgeable trout fishermen, Bozeman and the Gallatin Valley are the center of angling activity

in Montana. Residents and visiting anglers know the importance of having the Madison, Gallatin, Jefferson and

Missouri less than 20 minutes from the property. Within an hour from the property the list of great fisheries grows and

includes much of the greatest trout water in the world. Some highlights on this list of area rivers and creeks include

the Beaverhead, Big Hole, East Gallatin, Yellowstone, Ruby, Shields and all of the smaller creeks that feed these rivers.

There are fee fishing spring creeks in the Gallatin Valley and the Paradise Valley when one wants an angling challenge.


Wildlife & Hunting:The property is home to an incredible diversity of game and non-game birds and animals. Whitetail deer, pheasants, and many

types of waterfowl are found in abundance. Hungarian partridge, dove, moose and black bear are not uncommon. Raptors

including bald eagles, great horned owls, red-tailed, rough-legged hawks and kestrel falcons call this property home. The

number and variety of songbirds that can be seen at the bird feeders off the back porch are incredible. Other full time or part

time residents to this paradise include red fox, coyotes, mink, river otter, turkey, marmot, ruffed grouse and raccoon.

Drive almost any direction from the property and upland bird hunters will find opportunities to chase pheasants, Hungarian

partridge, sharp-tailed, blue and ruffed grouse in the area’s mountains. Elk, deer, black bear, and mountain lion can all be

found and hunted in the area’s mountains and forest. Moose, bighorn sheep and Rocky Mountain goat are also found in the

area. These animals require a specific tag from Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks to harvest. One should start applying now to

build up preference points for these tags. Yellowstone National Park and the Gallatin National Forest are some of the nation’s

best places to find protected animals like grizzly bears, lynx, wolverines and wolves. This is a wild area with an incredibly

diverse list of wildlife.

Recreation: Gallatin Valley recreation is summed up in the Ultimate Montana Atlas and Travel Encyclopedia: “Over 2,000 miles of

blue-ribbon trout streams weave through this sportsman’s paradise, while golf courses, first class tennis courts, indoor and

outdoor pools and hot springs make Bozeman a city of diverse recreational opportunities. Minutes away the Bridger Bowl

ski area features over 1,200 acres inside the Gallatin National Forest.”

This area is brimming with adventure and an abundance of outdoor recreational activities. People travel from around

the world to experience all that this part of southwest Montana has to offer. Skiing, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing are

popular winter outdoor activities. Bridger Bowl is one of the nation’s best community downhill ski areas and is less than

an hour from the property. The ski resorts of Big Sky and Moonlight Basin can be found just over an hour up the Gallatin

Canyon. In summertime, there are numerous lakes streams and rivers in the area where enthusiasts enjoy boating, fishing,

swimming and hanging out. Exploring the wilderness and mountains in the area, on horseback or hiking, provides days

of fun and adventure.



Conservation Easement: The habitat and open space on the property

are protected by a conservation easement

held by the Montana Land Reliance (MLR).

The MLR has proven to be great partners

for many land owners. Qualified buyers

and their agents can obtain a copy of the

easement description by contacting the

listing brokers.

Summary

• 68 lush acres on over ¼ mile of the Gallatin River

• Spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath main home

• Comfortable guesthouse or caretaker’s home

• Breathtaking mountain views

• Abundant trout fishing and hunting

• Located less than10 miles from Bozeman

• Airport is a 15-minute drive

• Skiing is 1/2 hour away at Big Sky or Bridger Bowl

• 80 miles from Yellowstone National Park

• Incredible diversity of flora and fauna

PRICE: $1,790,000TAXES: $4,767 in 2015

Notes:1) This is an exclusive listing of Live Water Properties LLC; an agent of Live Water Properties must be present to conduct a showing. The owners

respectfully request that other agents and/or prospective buyers contact Live Water Properties in advance to schedule a proper showing and do not attempt to tour or trespass the property on their own. Thank you.

2) Offering subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice, and approval of purchase by owner. Information provided herein is intended as a general guideline and has been provided by sources deemed reliable, but the accuracy of which we cannot guarantee.

3) Live Water Properties LLC represents the Seller as a Seller’s Agent.

CONTACT: Craig Janssen, Associate BrokerCell: 406.580.5830

Jack McInnerney, Sales AssociateCell: 406.220.1696

Toll Free: 866.734.6100 | Office: 406.586.6010


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Gallatin River Meadows€¦ · 1867, in the Livingston area, allegedly by Blackfeet, although ... indoor and outdoor pools and hot springs make Bozeman a city of diverse recreational