1607 Shields River Road

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2700 sf cabin with stone wood burning fireplace, 3 gas burning stoves, forced air heat and new roof!

Meadow Creek and Becker Ditch bring life to this property year round. Multiple springs throughout the property as well.

Meadow Creek runs year round. Becker Ditch delivers water throughout the property. Extensive water rights convey with the property.

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$6,500,000

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3 beds2 baths2,736 sqft

1607 Shields River Road, Wilsall, MT 59086

FarmProperty Type

320 acresLot Size

2001Year Built

Description

Ranches like this are rarely sold — they're handed down. Just north of Wilsall with the Crazy Mountains front and center, Meadow Creek 320 Ranch is the real thing: native grass pasture, cross-fenced into multiple pastures for cattle and horses, senior water rights and views that must be experienced in person to fully understand. A gated two-track leads to an authentic 2,700 sf cabin with three beds, two baths and anchored by a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and a timber-frame loft. No covenants,...Ranches like this are rarely sold — they're handed down. Just north of Wilsall with the Crazy Mountains front and center, Meadow Creek 320 Ranch is the real thing: native grass pasture, cross-fenced into multiple pastures for cattle and horses, senior water rights and views that must be experienced in person to fully understand. A gated two-track leads to an authentic 2,700 sf cabin with three beds, two baths and anchored by a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and a timber-frame loft. No covenants, no zoning. Shields River Road is paved and county-maintained, so access is easy in every season — an hour to Bozeman through Bridger Canyon, an hour to Livingston down the Shields Valley. It all starts with the water: Multiple springs throughout the property and Meadow Creek is diverted by headgates into the historic Becker Ditch, which carries water across the ranch through a system of laterals. Six active DNRC water rights are tied to the property, headlined by a senior Meadow Creek irrigation right with a May 10, 1890 priority date — backed by an 1898 Meadow Creek right, two 1907 spring rights for irrigation and stock, a 1973 Meadow Creek right and a domestic well at 25 gpm. Seller's interest in the water rights conveys. In Montana, first in time is first in right and an 1890 priority is hard to come by. Native grasses laced with wildflowers, aspen groves that turn gold in September and lush meadows irrigated into the fall. The elk are already here — they work this ground in numbers, with moose, deer and antelope regular company. Upland birds hold in the cover, sandhill cranes work the meadows and hawks and eagles ride the thermals over the creek bottom. Beyond the fence line, the Shields River is minutes away, blue-ribbon trout water on the Yellowstone runs through Paradise Valley, and National Forest trailheads climb into the Crazy Mountains to the east, the Bridgers and Bangtails to the west and the Absarokas to the south. The Crazy Mountains rise straight off the valley floor with nothing in between - they have to be seen in person to be fully understood. This is Montana as it was meant to be. Interior photos are virtually staged.

75 days on Market

Last updated: 09/19/2026 05:03 PM • Source: Big Sky Country MLS, MLS#: 413554

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59086
1607 Shields River Road

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Property Information for 1607 Shields River Road

Property Details

Taxes: $3,128 / year
MLS Type: Residential / SingleFamilyResidence
County: Park County
Architectural Style: Custom, Rustic
Subdivision Name: None
View: Meadow, Mountains, Rural, River, Southern Exposure, Creek Stream, Valley, Trees Woods
View: Yes
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Features: Creek, River Front
Zoning Description: None/Unknown

Building Information

Lot Size: 320.00 AC

Summary

Location and General Information

Directions: From Wilsall: Take Shields River Road for 16 miles to the property. It is the gated driveway right before Smith Creek Road. Starlink once you get to the cabin.
Latitude: 46.178415

Longitude: -110.518098
MLS Area Major: Park County
MLS Area Minor: 6SV - Liv Area - Shields Valley

Taxes and HOA

Association: No
Parcel Number: 0006417200

Tax Annual Amount: $3,128.00
Tax Legal Description: S19, T05 N, R10 E, ACRES 320, NE4, E2E2NW4, E2SE4,E2W2SE4
Tax Year: 2024

Parking

Garage: No
Parking Features: No Garage

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Lot Information

Lot Features: Adjacent To Public Land, Level, Meadow, Pasture, Rolling Slope, Ranch, Trees
Lot Size Acres: 320.0

Lot Size Area: 320.0
Lot Size Square Feet: 1.39392E7
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Frontage Type: Private Road, Year Round
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Topography: Level,Rolling

Property and Assessments

Above Grade Finished Area: 2736.0
Building Area Source: Owner

Building Area Total: 2736.0
Living Area: 2736.0
Living Area Source: Owner
New Construction: No
Universal Property Id: US-30067-N-0006417200-R-N
Year Built: 2001

Building Features

Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Levels: Two

Other Structures: Barns, Corrals, Outbuilding, Storage

Farm Information

Horse Amenities: Corrals, Stock Pens
Irrigation Water Rights: Yes

Vegetation: Grassed, Partially Wooded

Utilities

Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Propane, Septic Available, Water Available

Water Source: Well

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Sprinkler Irrigation
Fencing: Cross Fenced, Log Fence, Split Rail, Wood

Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Stories: 2

Interior Features

Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Some Gas Appliances, Stove
Basement: None

Basement: No
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 2
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bedrooms Total: 3
Cooling: Ceiling Fans
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Flooring: Hardwood, Partially Carpeted, Tile
Heating: Forced Air, Propane, Stove, Wood
Heating: Yes
Interior Features: Fireplace, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk In Closets, Main Level Primary
Room Type: Three Quarter Bath, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Loft, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Office

Room Information

Room 1

Room Type: Bedroom

Room 2

Room Level: Upper
Room Type: Den

Room 3

Room Level: Upper
Room Type: Three Quarter Bath

Room 4

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Three Quarter Bath

Room 5

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Bonus Room

Room 6

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Primary Bedroom

Room 7

Room Level: Upper
Room Type: Loft

Room 8

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Living Room

Room 9

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Laundry

Room 10

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Kitchen

Room 11

Room Level: Upper
Room Type: Bedroom

Room 12

Room Level: Upper
Room Type: Family Room

Room 13

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Dining Room

Room 14

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Bedroom

Rental

Rent Information

Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 1607 Shields River Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jul 26, 2026	Listed (Active) Big Sky Country MLS #411834	$6,500,000	—
Jul 26, 2026	Listed (Active) Big Sky Country MLS #413554	$6,500,000	—
Aug 13, 2018	Permanently Off Market Big Sky Country MLS #317737	$2,200,000	—
Aug 1, 2018	Sold Big Sky Country MLS #317589		—
Jul 4, 2018	Contract Signed Big Sky Country MLS #317589		—
Apr 13, 2018	Listed (Active) Big Sky Country MLS #317737	$2,200,000	—
Apr 9, 2018	Listed (Active) Big Sky Country MLS #317589	$2,200,000	—
Mar 31, 2018	Temporarily Off Market Billings Multiple Listing Service #270901	$2,400,000	—
Mar 31, 2018	Temporarily Off Market Big Sky Country MLS #219079	$2,400,000	—
Mar 30, 2018	Temporarily Off Market Montana Regional MLS #21702010	$2,400,000	—
Mar 30, 2018	Temporarily Off Market Montana Regional MLS #1297689	$2,400,000	—
Mar 30, 2018	Temporarily Off Market Montana Regional MLS #3170427	$2,400,000	—
Feb 1, 2018	Temporarily Off Market Big Sky Country MLS #304046	$2,200,000	—
Aug 15, 2017	Listed (Active) Big Sky Country MLS #304046	$220,000	—
Mar 10, 2017	Listed (Active) Big Sky Country MLS #219079	$2,400,000	—
Mar 9, 2017	Listed (Active) Montana Regional MLS #21702010	$2,400,000	—
Mar 9, 2017	Listed (Active) Montana Regional MLS #1297689	$2,400,000	—
Mar 6, 2017	Listed (Active) Billings Multiple Listing Service #270901	$2,400,000	—
Mar 5, 2017	Listed (Active) Montana Regional MLS #3170427	$2,400,000	—
Feb 3, 2017	Temporarily Off Market Big Sky Country MLS #203328	$2,400,000	—
Feb 15, 2015	Listed (Active) Big Sky Country MLS #203328	$2,600,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
07/26/2026	Listed (Active) Big Sky Country MLS #411834	$6,500,000
07/26/2026	Listed (Active) Big Sky Country MLS #413554	$6,500,000
08/13/2018	Permanently Off Market Big Sky Country MLS #317737	$2,200,000
08/01/2018	Sold Big Sky Country MLS #317589	—
07/04/2018	Contract Signed Big Sky Country MLS #317589	—
04/13/2018	Listed (Active) Big Sky Country MLS #317737	$2,200,000
04/09/2018	Listed (Active) Big Sky Country MLS #317589	$2,200,000
03/31/2018	Temporarily Off Market Billings Multiple Listing Service #270901	$2,400,000
03/31/2018	Temporarily Off Market Big Sky Country MLS #219079	$2,400,000
03/30/2018	Temporarily Off Market Montana Regional MLS #21702010	$2,400,000
03/30/2018	Temporarily Off Market Montana Regional MLS #1297689	$2,400,000
03/30/2018	Temporarily Off Market Montana Regional MLS #3170427	$2,400,000
02/01/2018	Temporarily Off Market Big Sky Country MLS #304046	$2,200,000
08/15/2017	Listed (Active) Big Sky Country MLS #304046	$220,000
03/10/2017	Listed (Active) Big Sky Country MLS #219079	$2,400,000
03/09/2017	Listed (Active) Montana Regional MLS #21702010	$2,400,000
03/09/2017	Listed (Active) Montana Regional MLS #1297689	$2,400,000
03/06/2017	Listed (Active) Billings Multiple Listing Service #270901	$2,400,000
03/05/2017	Listed (Active) Montana Regional MLS #3170427	$2,400,000
02/03/2017	Temporarily Off Market Big Sky Country MLS #203328	$2,400,000
02/15/2015	Listed (Active) Big Sky Country MLS #203328	$2,600,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

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1607 Shields River Road

Beds

Baths

Total Finished SqFt

2,008 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,008 SqFt

Stories

Lot Size

13,939,200 SqFt

Schools near 1607 Shields River Road

This home is within Shields Valley Elementary School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
7/10	Shields Valley Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 6	14.7 mi
9/10	Shields Valley 7-8	Public - Serves this home	7 to 8	20.5 mi
4/10	Shields Valley High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	20.5 mi


Rating	School	Distance
7/10	Shields Valley Elementary School PublicPK to 6 Serves this home	14.7 mi
9/10	Shields Valley 7-8 Public7 to 8 Serves this home	20.5 mi
4/10	Shields Valley High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	20.5 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1607 Shields River Road, Wilsall, MT 59086

1607 Shields River Road is for sale in Wilsall, MT 59086. This property was listed for sale on July 26, 2026 by Yellowstone Brokers, it's currently listed at $6,500,000. It has been on the market for a total of 75 days and was last sold on August 1, 2018. This listing's school districts are Shields Valley High School, Shields Valley Elementary School District. Nearby schools include Shields Valley Elementary School, Shields Valley 7-8 and Shields Valley High School. 1607 Shields River Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 2,736 sqft built in 2001.

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