Clearwater Bend represents a rare opportunity to own a true working ranch that also operates a successful guest program. The cattle operation provides year-round purpose and income, while the summer guest ranch season brings families seeking an authentic Montana experience. Guests participate in actual ranch work—moving cattle, checking fences, and learning the rhythms of ranch life—alongside traditional activities like horseback riding and fly fishing. This model attracts guests looking for something more substantive than typical dude ranch entertainment, resulting in exceptional repeat business and word-of-mouth referrals. The conservation easement protects the land in perpetuity while providing significant tax advantages and ensuring the property will never face subdivision pressure.

Located just 20 minutes from Livingston and an hour from Bozeman, the ranch offers genuine remoteness with reasonable access to services and airports. The Yellowstone River frontage provides world-class fishing and stunning natural beauty, while the working ranch infrastructure is well-maintained and functional. Irrigation rights support hay production that feeds the cattle operation with surplus sold locally. The current owners have invested in modernizing the guest cabins while maintaining the ranch’s authentic character. For buyers seeking a property that offers both lifestyle and livelihood—with the flexibility to emphasize either the cattle or guest operation—Clearwater Bend delivers on every front.

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