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Helena Valley Hay Farm is a highly coveted irrigated property in the heart of Montana’s Helena Valley—an area long celebrated for its deep agricultural heritage, consistent productivity, and exceptional natural beauty. Backed by reliable water rights through the Helena Valley Irrigation District (HVID), the farm features a brand-new full-circle pivot system.

Though the region is often associated with alfalfa, this operation is currently seeded to sainfoin, a non-bloating, nutrient-rich legume prized for its forage quality, soil-enhancing properties, and pollinator benefits. The current owners have built a successful sainfoin hay business with established regional demand, making this a turnkey opportunity for agricultural producers and investors.

The property offers easy, year-round access via a well-maintained county gravel road and showcases sweeping views across the scenic Helena Valley. Surrounded by other working farms and ranches and expansive rural acreages, the setting supports a diverse and thriving wildlife population. This area is known for abundant whitetail and mule deer and migratory birds, including geese and ducks, which enjoy the proximity to the lakes region. An avid sportsman will enjoy the excellent big game hunting opportunities on the farm and in the region, as many wildlife species enjoy calling the Helena Valley home. Wildlife is drawn to the area by the rich habitat, including abundant water resources and an open landscape with high-quality grasses providing excellent forage.

In addition to its agricultural value, the farm offers incredible recreational access. Hauser Lake and Lake Helena are just minutes away for boating and fishing, while nearby trails provide year-round hiking, horseback riding, snowmobiling, and off-road vehicle use. The Great Divide Ski Area is also within easy reach. The Missouri River—renowned for its float trips and world-class fly fishing—is only a short drive away. Despite its quiet rural location, the property is just 15± minutes from downtown Helena, offering convenient access to shopping, dining, medical services, and commercial air travel.

Whether seeking a well-managed income-producing farm or a recreational retreat with investment potential, Helena Valley Hay Farm presents a rare and valuable opportunity.

PROPERTY FACTS:

  • 161± deeded acres; approximately 130± acres of pivot-irrigated hay meadow currently seeded to sainfoin
  • Beautiful Helena Valley views and property in a scenic and picturesque location
  • Easy access from a well-maintained gravel county road
  • Brand new full-circle pivot providing sprinkler irrigation from Helena Valley Irrigation District (HVID)
  • Excellent production for sanfoin hay marketed for sale locally and regionally
  • Excellent big game hunting for deer on the ranch and in the region
  • Nearby trails for endless hiking, horseback riding, four wheeling and snowmobiling adventures
  • Abundant recreation close, including the Great Divide Ski Area
  • Minutes to Hauser Lake and Lake Helena
  • Close to the Missouri River for float and fly fishing opportunities within minutes of the ranch
  • Approximately 15 minutes to Helena for dining, shopping, and major services, including medical and commercial air
  • Abundant wildlife calls the region home, including elk, deer, moose, bobcats, mountain lions, and more
  • Learn more about this property, its investment potential and information about the area in the Property Brochure.

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