Cottonwood Bend Ranch in Harlem, MT
Located just under 6 miles east of Harlem, Montana, in the productive Milk River Valley of North Central Montana, Cottonwood Bend Ranch offers a rare combination of irrigated farm ground, native grazing acres, live water, and exceptional wildlife habitat. Spanning 1,018.29± total deeded acres, this property presents a highly usable agricultural operation with strong recreational value in one of the most desirable ranching regions along the Hi-Line.
With approximately 639.463± acres of irrigated ground, 309.209± acres of grazing land, 60.618± acres enrolled in Wild Hay habitat acres, and a 9± acre homestead site, the ranch offers the kind of diversity that supports both cattle production and dependable hay or crop income. Properties with this much productive irrigated acreage combined with extensive Milk River frontage are increasingly difficult to find in Montana.
One of the defining features of the property is its impressive 5.23 miles of Milk River frontage. Live water of this scale creates both operational value and long-term investment strength. In addition to the river frontage, the ranch includes two oxbows, providing additional water resources, wildlife habitat, and strong waterfowl attraction throughout the year. Mature cottonwood trees line much of the river corridor, creating natural protection, beauty, and outstanding habitat for wildlife.
The irrigated acres provide strong agricultural productivity and are well-suited for hay production, feed programs, or supporting an existing cattle operation. The grazing acres offer practical livestock use with natural shelter and river-bottom forage, making this property attractive for both established producers and buyers looking to expand their Montana ranch operation.
Wildlife is abundant throughout the ranch. The combination of river frontage, oxbows, cottonwood bottoms, and irrigated fields creates exceptional habitat for whitetail deer, upland game birds, and waterfowl. This is the kind of property where agricultural production and recreational enjoyment work hand in hand. Strong whitetail presence, duck habitat, pheasants, and upland birds make this an outstanding Montana hunting property in addition to its farm and ranch value.
The homestead includes modest corrals, a barn, and an established ranch site, offering a practical foundation for continued agricultural use or future improvements. The existing infrastructure provides functionality while allowing flexibility for a new owner’s vision.
Its location near Harlem provides convenient access to local agricultural services, markets, and community while maintaining the privacy and usability of a true working ranch. The Milk River Valley is well known for productive irrigated ground, strong cattle country, and recreational opportunities that continue to drive demand for quality land holdings.
Cottonwood Bend Ranch represents a rare opportunity to acquire a large-scale irrigated farm and ranch property with significant live water, grazing capacity, and exceptional wildlife habitat in North Central Montana. For buyers seeking Montana ranch land for sale with Milk River frontage, irrigated acres, and long-term investment stability, this property stands apart.
Property Highlights
● 1,018.29± Total Deeded Acres
● 639.463± Acres of Irrigated Ground
● 309.209± Acres of Grazing Land
● 60.618± Wild Hay Habitat Acres
● 9± Acre Homestead Site
● 5.23 Miles of Milk River Frontage
● Two Oxbows
● Modest Corrals and Barn
● Mature Cottonwood Trees
● Excellent Whitetail Deer Habitat
● Strong Waterfowl and Upland Bird Hunting
● Just Under 6 Miles East of Harlem, Montana This is a rare Milk River property that brings together production, recreation, and legacy ownership in one highly desirable Montana land holding.
