Fly Fishing Properties For Sale

Do you dream of owning your own fly fishing property, where you can step out your door, walk down to a stream and enjoy some peaceful fishing? Fay Ranches’ roots are in sporting properties—with nearly thirty years of experience in this area, we are an industry leader when it comes to buying and selling fishing properties. We have agents throughout the United States who specialize in identifying properties with excellent fly fishing opportunities, whether the property contains a large river or a small stream. Many of our agents are avid fishermen with extensive knowledge of how to manage such properties, from conservation to developing prime fishing habitat.

We pride ourselves on having the expertise to accurately identify the investment value of fly fishing properties, and are dedicated to finding the perfect piece of land to suit our clients’ unique criteria. If you’re looking to sell your sporting property, Fay Ranches’ expert agents can help you navigate the sales process, from appropriately pricing your land to utilizing our extensive marketing platform.

Fay Ranches has established a nationwide network of relationships and partnerships, offering our clients unparalleled reach, and direct contact with some of the most qualified landowners and investors from coast to coast. Our reach gives buyers access to some of the most exclusive fly fishing property listings in the country. Our agents and partners are deeply rooted in the areas they serve, providing clients with unrivaled industry knowledge.

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Arrow Ranch

Wisdom, Montana

Known as the Land of 10,000 Haystacks, the Upper Big Hole Valley is quietly famous for its quality hay, incredible scenery, and small-town charm. The Arrow Ranch is one of the most productive ranches in the Upper Big Hole Valley both recreationally and agriculturally. This is not just hyperbole. The Upper Big Hole and specifically the Arrow Ranch is where everything is measured in the thousands, as in tons of hay, trout, and elk.

Revised Listing

Montana Little Valley Ranch

Avon, Montana

This western Montana ranch in the Avon Valley is about 50± miles from Helena. The core of the deeded acres and leased acres are comprised of mountain meadows and timbered hills. The majority of the ranch’s leased acres reach higher elevations in the Garnet Range. Strickland Creek and Davis Creek emerge in the Garnets, watering the ranch’s wildlife and livestock. With a resident elk herd that numbers several hundred during the fall season, Little Valley is a dream ranch for the sportsman.

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Revised Listing

Little Eight Mile Ranch on the Lemhi River

Leadore, Idaho

Fay Ranches is honored to bring this property to market. Nestled at the base of the continental divide in north-central Idaho, this ranch is one of the most scenic and prolific sporting ranches in the Rocky Mountain West. Comprised of 8,163± deeded acres and 65,486± leased acres, totaling 73,649± acres, the ranch is expansive, featuring 9.25± miles of the Lemhi River, a private, wild trout fishery, plus countless miles of spring creeks and mountain streams. This is a true river-to-mountain offering that has more miles of fishable trout water than any ranch we know of on the market today.

Jefferson Springs Ranch

Whitehall, Montana

This is a complete sportsman’s package with incredible hunting and fishing! Boasting 1.6± miles of Jefferson River frontage to the east, the Tobacco Root Mountains and thousands of acres of contiguous public land make up the western boundary. Forested canyons, rolling hills, and river bottom provide habitat suitable for a variety of wildlife, including moose, elk, mule and white-tailed deer, antelope, upland game birds, and waterfowl. About 400± acres are under center pivot irrigation. Located an hour from Bozeman, Montana, land this size in the Jefferson River valley rarely comes to market.

Sale Pending

Rocking Chair Ranch

Dubois, Wyoming

This legacy Wyoming property for sale offers multiple residential dwellings, a working ranch, and expansion options – all within a majestic setting. The property’s expansive and varied landscape provides year-round recreational activities such as horseback riding, ATV trails, big game hunting, making this ranch ideal for multi-generational or expansive families. The Rocking Chair Ranch also offers a fully operational cattle ranch, with a turn-key option available.

Corbly Mountain Ranch

Belgrade, Montana

The Corbly Mountain Ranch offers a wide variety of recreational pursuits from hunting, hiking, biking, horseback riding, and whatever your heart desires. With private and direct access to the forest service, the possibilities are endless. Only 25 minutes from downtown Bozeman and 15 minutes from the airport the location is convenient while being at the end of the road and very private. Along with great views and many building sites, the Ranch is a must-see.

New Listing

Los Trigos Ranch

Rowe, New Mexico

This iconic Pecos River property has almost two miles of the trout-filled Pecos River meanders through the middle of the ranch, dotted by majestic cottonwoods and native willows. Deep river pools flow against stunning canyon wall backdrops, providing habitat for 20-inch rainbows, cutbows, and browns. Wildlife including trophy elk, mule deer, black bear, and mountain lion, roam this property. It adjoins the 224,000± acre Pecos Wilderness on the north, offering endless recreational possibilities.

Shields River Lodge

Clyde Park, Montana

This property is nestled between the Bridger, Absaroka, and Crazy Mountains in the heart of the Shields River Valley. One mile of the Shields River, a guide favorite for fishable trout water, makes up the eastern boundary. Run as a fly fishing lodge for the past 2 years, the 14,000± SF, 9 bed, 11 bath compound looks out on incredible views. Enjoy a cup of coffee on the deck while the wildlife comes alive or a glass of wine as the sun slips below the mountains. Just outside Clyde Park, close to Livingston, and not far from Bozeman’s airport, Shields River Lodge is offered turnkey and is move-in ready for the next owner to begin their Montana adventure.

Four Creeks Sporting Ranch

Big Timber, Montana

With over 10 miles of live water and wildlife-rich terrain, the Four Creeks Sporting Ranch creates a private outdoor sanctuary that one can enjoy year-round. Located south of Big Timber, Montana, and adjoining millions of acres of beautiful public land the private ranch offers its new owner wide open spaces on a blank canvas. The property has limited improvements and is not protected by a conservation easement.

Recently Sold

Two Bear Ranch

Big Timber, Montana

This gemstone property combines productive agricultural and irrigated hay land and is located a short distance north of Big Timber, Montana. The ranch is positioned along the banks of Big Timber Creek, and the ranch backdrop showcases the snow-capped peaks of the Crazy Mountains to the west and the Absaroka Mountain Range looming to the south. The views are powerful and welcoming. The Ranch offers 730± diverse acres with excellent upland bird, whitetail, and mule deer hunting.

Recently Sold

Slash E Ranch

Island Park, Idaho

Slash E Ranch for sale sits between Island Park, Idaho, and West Yellowstone, Montana, home to the famed west entrance to Yellowstone National Park and is contiguous to Department of Interior land and State Land connecting with National Forest lands leading into Yellowstone Park. Elk, moose, antelope, mule and white-tailed deer, bears, raptors, eagles, wolves, and waterfowl migrate through the property from summer range to winter range and back again, making this a private version of the park.

The Legend of Cove Creek Ranch

Ashland, Oregon

This Oregon ranch offers timber, live water, privacy, amazing views, hunting, and fishing, plus a great location. This spectacular ranch also includes 255± acres of water rights, several natural springs and ponds, and Cascade and Siskiyou Mountain views from every direction. Improvements include the original homestead, three rustic cabins, and two barns. Historically used for cattle ranching and timber harvesting, this ranch would be great for recreation, retreat, winery, or conservation.

New Listing

Deep Creek Ranch

Livingston, Montana

This Montana ranch is an extraordinary property located in one of the most spectacular settings in North America at the mouth of Deep Creek at the foot of the Absaroka Mountain Range in the northeastern corner of Montana’s famed Paradise Valley. Woods and meadows, plentiful and varied wildlife, and snow-capped mountain peaks dominate this magnificent and visually private acreage. It is near world-class cross-country skiing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, hunting, and rock climbing.

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Alaska’s Gold Creek Lodge

King Salmon, Alaska

This is a spectacular first-class luxury lodge perched on the banks of the Naknek River. It’s the gateway to most of Southwest Alaska’s pristine wilderness experiences, from fishing to bear watching to back trail ATV adventures and more. Opportunities for this magnificent property are endless. World-class fishery, incredible hunting, breathtaking scenery, and mere minutes from a modern commercially serviced airport, valued at a 23% Cap Rate this investment opportunity is one worth a closer look.

Price Reduced

BK Ranch

Bly, Oregon

This Oregon ranch offers a discerning cattleman the opportunity to own this all-deeded, reputation cattle ranch. The ranch possesses significant agricultural production and excellent accessibility without sacrificing privacy or access to adjacent recreation and public lands. You will have to look far and wide to find an Oregon Ranch that matches this one!

Recently Sold

John Day River Ranch

Antelope, Oregon

This operating Oregon cattle ranch includes outstanding recreational amenities and an opportunity to improve on what nature has provided, both in agricultural production and recreational development. The John Day River winds along and through the ranch with deeded river frontage. The balance of the frontage is predominately through BLM lands which are grazed by the ranch. The ranch joins BLM land accessible only from the river or adjoining private lands.

New Listing

Campbell Crossing Ranch

Kimberly, Oregon

This Oregon ranch boasts 1.9± miles of North Fork John Day River frontage, plus Rudio Creek flows through the ranch for 1.45± miles and borders BLM lands. Appreciate the awesome landscape provided by the steep rise in elevation from 1,880± feet at the lush fields along the river to 4,920± feet in just 4± miles! The updated farmhouse features 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, mud/laundry room with pantry, chef’s kitchen, large living room, covered wrap-around deck, 2 patio areas, hot tub, a pool, and a 2-car garage.

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Missouri River Getaway

Craig, Montana

This Montana ranch has an amazing .7± miles of frontage on the Missouri River, providing excellent habitat for waterfowl, white-tailed deer, moose, eagles and so much more. The property boasts a 5,966± SF home with expansive views of the surrounding timbered hillsides, dramatic cliffs, fertile valley, and trout-rich waters of the “Mighty Mo.”

Moose Creek Ranch

Wisdom, Montana

This ranch is rich in recreational opportunity with 2 miles of trout-filled live water, Elk, and other wildlife running the property, snowmobiling out the gate, and skiing within minutes. Additionally, Moose Creek Ranch provides optimal cattle grazing during the warmer months. There are no improvements, and the ranch is divided into several different parcels creating a blank canvas for a new owner with the potential of protecting the land with a conservation easement if one chose to do so.

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East Gallatin River Reserve

Belgrade, Montana

This parcel of vacant, recreational land, with river frontage on the East Gallatin River, sits within 20± minutes of Bozeman, Montana. The location of this property is not only alluring to the entire family but also enriches its investment value. This equation makes riverfront land assets an excellent investment in your quality of life, your family, and long-term appreciation. In addition to the outstanding live water fishery, the property provides superb habitat for whitetail and pheasants.

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McLoughlin Falls Retreat

Tonasket, Washington

With over a mile of river frontage, the opportunity to get away to fish for steelhead, salmon, or smallmouth bass, or to hike the 3,000± miles of trails in nearby national forest lands, nature is everywhere in this beautiful Washington State property with incredible views of McLoughlin Falls from the shoreline. Local wildlife includes whitetail and mule deer, upland and shoreland birds, and numerous waterfowl. This property includes 54 separate parcels including a number with river frontage.