Raised on a remote cattle ranch in south central Montana, Jim began his education in a one-room schoolhouse. He went on to St. Paul’s School subsequently earning his BA from Yale University. Jim joined Hall and Hall in 1972 as one of two partners. He and a growing number of pioneering co-owners and partners have built Hall and Hall into one of the largest rural real estate firms in the world. Jim is a retired polo player, an avid skier, a fly fisherman and has served on the Advisory Council of Yellowstone Forever and the Montana Nature Conservancy. He is actively involved with his wife, Anne Kent Taylor, in the operation of both a safari company and a foundation focusing on wildlife conservation in Kenya. Retiring as a managing director of Hall and Hall in 2012, he remains a full time real estate partner and a principal and director of Hall and Hall Incorporated.
The 3K Ranch consists of 2 nearly adjacent parcels totaling 6,509± deeded acres located approximately 30 miles south of Great Falls along nearly 3 miles of the Smith River at the lower end of the famous Smith River Canyon. This unimproved property is accessed by way of easements across a neighboring ranch on primitive private roads. The north unit of 2,429± acres consists of high open bench lands which roll down through steep coulees and rolling foothills to the Smith River. The south unit of 4,080± acres is more dramatic as it includes the lower reaches of the Smith River Canyon and climbs up through steep timbered hills to an extraordinarily lush mountain basin where springs and seeps create ponds and brushy draws along with some of the finest livestock grazing to be found in Montana. It is truly an open canvas for the next owner. The wildlife resources and the Smith River fishery are unparalleled, offering a lifetime of enjoyment and the big views of the Smith River country will feed the soul forever.
6,509 deeded acres untouched by public roads
30 miles south of Great Falls, one of Montana’s largest cities
Water resources: 13 springs, 2.9 miles of riverfront, ponds
Simple livestock operation with excellent long-term tenant
Completely unimproved
Highly diverse wildlife from elk, to upland birds, both deer species plus antelope, bear, lion etc.
Outstanding fishing on the world-renowned Smith River
Big country views plus canyon and river scenery
Protected by sensible Montana Land Reliance conservation easement
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Steeped in the history of the American West lies the N Bar Ranch spanning more than 60,000± contiguous acres in the foothills of central Montana’s Snowy Mountains, 100 miles north of Billings, Montana.
This offering represents a rare opportunity to purchase property in the Big Sheep Creek Basin, a place rich in the ranching tradition. Beautiful scenery, large mountain vistas and great neighbors. This ranch consists of 4000± deeded acres, 6000± BLM, 6000± Forrest and 1200± State leases.
The 1,048± acre ranch is located on the West side of the Bridger Mountains, 40 minutes from the recreational Mecca of Bozeman. Privately situated, the land offers spectacular views, is full of wildlife & surrounded by vast historic ranches. North Ridge Ranch is well watered by Bremmer Creek; owns 100% of the mineral rights & can carry 100 cows.
8,940± deeded acres predominately used for summer grazing and recreational purposes. Located approximately ten miles southeast of the small college agricultural town of Dillon. Water and habitat for upland birds and big game.
Classic 640± acre family retreat in Taylor Fork Valley south of Big Sky. A USFS inholding, log improvements include lodge and four cabins. Extensive wildlife, trout stream, and views of Taylor Peaks.
