Bitterroot Valley | Western Montana Lifestyle | Recreation | Towns

Lush green valleys. Flowing rivers. Breathtaking mountain views.
Welcome to the Bitterroot Valley. Nestled between the Bitterroot and Sapphire Mountain ranges in western Montana, the Bitterroot Valley is a true marvel, encompassing the best that Montana has to offer, where recreation becomes a lifestyle.
For thousands of years the Salish and Kootenai people thrived off this fertile landscape, hunted its forests, and lived in rhythm with nature. Lewis and Clark were the first explorers to take notice of the lush valley, and its magnificent mountain ranges. Famous mountain men such as John Colter, Jim Bridger and Jerimiah Johnson wandered this land, not for riches but for the pure adventure.
In 1840, Father Pierre De Smit accompanied a brigade from the American Fur Company into the Rocky Mountains and started the St. Mary’s mission in present day Stevensville.
Settlers flocked to the Bitterroot Valley, seeking its fertile soils and warm climate. To this day several families can trace their roots back to the original homesteaders. To the west of the valley lies the Bitterroot Mountain Range, known for its awe-inspiring mountain peaks, lakes, trails, fishing and hunting. To the east lies the equally breathtaking but vastly different landscape of the Sapphire Mountains, with grassy slopes, timbered draws and rushing creeks. Scenic destinations are scattered around the Bitterroot Valley; Trapper Peak, a massive mountain with its pinnacle extending ten thousand feet above sea level. Lewis and Clark made comments in their journal about the peak, and its rugged nature.
Blodget Canyon opens the canvas of time, with its massive rock formations and rushing creek. This geological spectacle provides a rare glimpse of the world behind the wall of mountains.
Lake Como provides breathtaking vistas, water sports and miles of trails to explore.
Skalkaho Falls, its crystal-clear water originates high in the alpine meadows and plunges over 100 feet. The Bitterroot River is the heart of the valley. The headwaters begin high up in the Sapphire and Bitterroot Mountain ranges and flow north through the Bitterroot Valley.
Situated along the banks of the Bitterroot River are nine small communities; At the southern tip of the valley lies the quaint towns of Sula, Conner and Darby. Hamilton is the largest town and epicenter of the Bitterroot Valley. With just under 13,000 residents. Hamilton provides fine dining, shops and all the necessities. Historic towns like Corvallis and Victor have retained their western charm. Stevensville holds the honor of being the birthplace of Montana. Well-preserved buildings and historic artifacts give a glimpse at beginnings of the Montana territory. To the north lies Florence and finally Lolo, which is just minutes away from the city of Missoula.
Life in the Bitterroot Valley is centered around the rhythm of nature, inspiring mountains, lakes, and the Bitterroot River. This wild country beckons, whispers, and calls to the adventurer in all of us.
Where recreation becomes a lifestyle.
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[@terrywade3696]

I love the Bitterroot Valley. When I was a teenager in the 60’s, I & my best friend would spend a week or two with her spinster aunt in Hamilton. Her aunt was the county clerk & grew up in Hamilton. She would take us to visit her friend who had horses and would let us ride them on the back roads along the small farms nearby. We even baked a turkey dinner, in summer, packed it up and had the best picnic in Blodget Canyon! She took us to Stevensville, to see the mission. Then, showed us the place where the vaccine to The Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever was developed! Then, to Marcus Daly’s (who discovered the Anaconda Copper mine) mansion and ranch in Hamilton. The town wasn’t very large when I was there but that beautiful valley left its mark in my memory. It was such a great time for a couple of girls who loved horses and were given the freedom to ride the country roads of that spectacular valley. The last time I saw it was 1972. I miss it.
Thank you for the lovely video.

[@FayRanches]

Thanks for watching Terry. Glad it could provide you a refresh to your memories.

[@MeganMSGX]

You sound straight out of a story book

[@terrywade3696]

@@MeganMSGX Is that good or bad?

[@eman.ghanem90]

I love Missoula and Montana....💙💙💙 I hope to go back one day....Eman from Jordan....🙏🏻

[@FayRanches]

Thanks for watching and best of luck in your travels!

[@americasbestscenicplacesanddri]

What a beautiful area .

[@FayRanches]

It really is a beautiful area in Montana. Thanks for watching!

[@mohamedbkh2508]

This is Heaven
I love these mountains ❤️

[@FayRanches]

Thanks for watching!

[@mohamedbkh2508]

@@FayRanches It is very weird that you don't have many comments or views
Your videos are very underrated
I wish one day I can buy a property in Western Montana and live there
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[@thegrand1356]

Witness the raping and pillaging of MT by greedy politicians and realtors

[@APMUMBP]

Any idea how the tax works for a Canadian? I am looking to purchase property in either Montana, Wyoming North Dakota. But I am looking for property that has a river pass on it as well as a mountain near where it’s visible. Don’t want lots of land. But I don’t know what the cost to purchase and one day if I sell would cost me since I am not a US citizen

[@FayRanches]

Thanks for watching. You will need to contact our agents directly to answer your questions. fayranches.com/meet-our-team/

[@ahmadxwolf]

Is it possible to camp for free and for a long time (one month) for example in Montana?

[@FayRanches]

There are some areas to camp for free, however, the maximum stay is 16 days.

[@jackhackett80]

That's not the voice of Keith Carradine, is it...?

[@FayRanches]

Sorry we cannot answer your question as we are unsure of the voiceover on this video.

[@starman1004]

Why doesn’t Eastern Montana get any love?

[@FayRanches]

We do have some eastern Montana properties for sale. You can always check out our current listings at fayranches.com/ranches-for-sale/rocky-mountain-land-properties-for-sale/montana-properties/

[@HobbitHomes263]

I m a Montana Handy man. I real estate agent offered my a "fider's fee" if I would influence a home woner in his favor. Is that legal/ is name is Sliverio. Is he lcensed in Montana?

[@FayRanches]

There is such a thing as a real estate finder's fee. Realtors have a code of ethics which is supposed to be followed.