Black Ranch | Gallatin River
Black Ranch | Gallatin River
Black Ranch | Gallatin River
Black Ranch | Gallatin River
Black Ranch | Gallatin River

Black Ranch | Gallatin River

Nearest Town, Gallatin Gateway, Montana
320 acres

The Black Ranch is a family-owned ranch that has proudly been in operation since before Montana became a state in 1889. 

The Black Ranch's lower portion consists of 320 acres. Our property is a premier destination for fly fishing experiences on the Gallatin River with over half a mile of private access. Guests can expect to see incredible views of the Spanish Peaks and Bridger Mountain Range. There's also great potential for hunting on the property with our agricultural cropland and close proximity to the river.

While we are not offering lodging at this time, guests are invited to make the short commute to and from Bozeman (20 minutes) or Big Sky (35 minutes).

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Bayard B

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Bayard B

5.0(24 reviews)
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Property Visited

Beautiful property on the Gallatin River. Elk, deer, and turkey are found on the property regularly, and the fishing is amazing! There's a great spot on the river to pitch a tent if you're looking to spend a few days out there.

kris-poirier
Property Visit on 7/18/2022

Kris Poirier

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LandTrust Field Rep

Available Packages

Hunting
Archery Whitetail Hunt
Starting Price $600 / Guest
3 Guests
3 Days
Spring Turkey Hunt
Starting Price $250 / Guest
3 Guests
2 Days
Waterfowl Hunt
Starting Price $150 / Guest
1 Guest
1 Day
Outdoor Recreation
Fly Fishing on the Gallatin
Starting Price $75 / Guest
1 Guest
1 Day
Fly Fishing with Camping
Starting Price $150 / Guest
1 Guest
2 Days
Camping Experience
Starting Price $75 / Guest
1 Guest
1 Day
Day on the River
Starting Price $100 / Guest
1 Guest
1 Day
Gallatin Valley Foraging
Starting Price $75 / Guest
1 Guest
1 Day
DIY Bird Watching
Starting Price $50 / Guest
1 Guest
1 Day
Guided Wildlife Photography Tour
Starting Price $200 / Guest
1 Guest
1 Day

Frequently Asked Questions

Will there be other hunters on the property for the days I book?
How is the population this year?
Will I receive property maps so that I can plan my hunt?
Does LandTrust allow a day for scouting pre-hunt?
How do I know every property/available package is authentic?

Property Access & Ground Rules

  • Check In: After 5:00 AM
  • Check Out: Before 10:00 PM
  • Nearby Interstate: 11-20 miles
  • Nearby Highway: 0-10 miles
  • Nearby Airport: 11-20 miles
  • Campfires: Allowed
  • Pets: Allowed on property
  • ATV's: Not allowed
  • Parking: Yes
  • Vehicles: 2 Allowed
  • Drive-in Access: Yes
  • Walk-in Access: Yes
  • Guests: 3 Allowed

Landowner Rules: Please be considerate of wildlife and cattle. No loud music at any time. SPEED LIMIT: Please observe a speed limit of no more than 15mph on gravel roads. TRASH: Cleanliness of the area is important to me. Site of activity is to be kept clean and orderly. NO FIREWORKS ALLOWED. PARKING: Two vehicles only.

Cancellation Policy: Refunds are only available within 48 hours of the landowner accepting your booking request. View Policy

Reviews (15)

5.0
  • AB
    Alex B

    Had another great morning here. It’s a beautiful property. Also enjoyed talking with Bayard — a really nice guy.

    Reviewed by Guest on January 2024
    Bayard B
    Bayard B

    Alex is very considerate and appreciative. He follows directions well and truly enjoys being out in the wild. Great guest and I would have him back anytime.

    Reviewed by Landowner on January 2024
  • AB
    Alex B

    Really beautiful property. Communication was easy and clear. Had some luck and really enjoyed the hunt here, would definitely return.

    Reviewed by Guest on December 2023
    Bayard B
    Bayard B

    Alex was in and out without me even knowing. Seemed like he knows his birds. Glad to have him and I would have him back again.

    Reviewed by Landowner on December 2023
  • Corey B
    Corey B

    Bayard was a great host. The communication was excellent. We had a great hunt. Will come back again!

    Reviewed by Guest on December 2023
    Bayard B
    Bayard B

    Corey was respectful and easy to communicate with. He even got me a bottle of Scotch as a thoughtful gesture of thanks. Me and my liver welcome him back any time.

    Reviewed by Landowner on December 2023
  • Trevor W
    Trevor W

    Bayard's place is truly special. We got to talk with his dad for a few minutes and he shared stories from the days his father worked this same land. Anyone who experiences this property will gain a greater appreciation for how valuable working lands are to the communities they are a part of...even in a quickly developing community like Bozeman. We need these types of properties to carry on and I look forward to coming back to Black Ranch for years to come.

    Reviewed by Guest on July 2023
  • Kris P
    Kris P

    We had a great time on the Gallatin at Bayard’s ranch. The water was perfect, the views amazing, and the kids were able to land a few fish. Will definitely take them back!

    Reviewed by Guest on July 2023
    Bayard B
    Bayard B

    Kris and others like him help me pay for my property taxes and increased costs on the ranch. I am forever grateful. He is always very respectful and was in and out without me even knowing he was there.

    Reviewed by Landowner on July 2023
  • Nic D
    Nic D

    Bayard's property is always a pleasure to visit. Such a beautiful, serene, private property along the Gallatin that is just minutes away from town. Can't wait for the river to come down so we can get out there and fish!

    Reviewed by Guest on May 2023
    Bayard B
    Bayard B

    Nic is always easy to work with. Comes in. Enjoys his time. And it’s gone before you knew he got there. Always welcome. It’s a pleasure.

    Reviewed by Landowner on May 2023
  • Josh R
    Josh R

    Bayard is always a gracious and welcoming host. Leading up to our trip, he was informative of where he’d been seeing birds and how the weather had been affecting them. During the hunt, we saw a couple hens and a group of longbeards on his neighbor’s property. It was my first time ever seeing a turkey fan up and strut in person. It was awesome! Unfortunately, we couldn’t call them to the other side of the fence, but still had an awesome time at Bayard’s place. He even let us throw a line in on the river. Thanks Bayard for a great time as always, we’ll be back!!

    Reviewed by Guest on May 2023
  • Nic D
    Nic D

    Another great trip out to the property with some teal, mallards & geese successfully harvested!

    Reviewed by Guest on January 2023
  • Nic D
    Nic D

    I had an incredible morning at Bayard’s shooting ducks! It was -40 degrees, which made the warm spring creek the ideal place to find ducks and geese. There was a bunch of open water along the creek that you can hunt without a dog. I should have shot a limit of mallards in the hour or so that I was out there if I had been shooting a little better. Quite a few geese out there as well. I’ll be back out there soon!

    Reviewed by Guest on December 2022
    Bayard B
    Bayard B

    Nic is always fun to have out. He is very respectful and has a ton of appreciation for the property.

    Reviewed by Landowner on December 2022
  • Kris P
    Kris P

    Had a great time at Bayard's place on the Gallatin. Four geese and a couple of ducks...and the views...definitely will go back!

    Reviewed by Guest on December 2022
    Bayard B
    Bayard B

    Kris is always good about following the ranch guidelines and is super respectful of the land. Always happy to have him.

    Reviewed by Landowner on December 2022
  • Gabi W
    Gabi W

    Bayard's property is fantastic! It's easy to navigate and the waterfowl were flying everywhere. Be prepared to cross some water so bring waders or tall muck boots. Bayard himself is very easy to communicate with and made the process of booking so smooth. We were stoked to take some geese home and can't wait to go back!

    Reviewed by Guest on December 2022
    Bayard B
    Bayard B

    Gabi was easy to work with and really appreciated the place. Happy to have her.

    Reviewed by Landowner on December 2022
  • Nic D
    Nic D

    Another fantastic day fishing with the family! We caught a bunch of fish and I ended the day with a great 20” brown. We’ll be back soon!

    Reviewed by Guest on August 2022
    Bayard B
    Bayard B

    Nic is great... Really appreciates the experience doesn't need any babysitting.

    Reviewed by Landowner on August 2022
  • Colton D
    Colton D

    Our group had a blast out at Black Ranch! Hands down the best day of fishing I've had on the Gallatin. Big holes, with big fish! We also saw a good sized herd of elk, a flock of turkeys, and plenty of whitetails. Bayard keeps a pristine property and we will definitely be booking again!

    Reviewed by Guest on March 2022
  • Nic D
    Nic D

    We had a great day fishing and hanging out with the family! Bayard's property is an incredible gem right in town!

    Reviewed by Guest on March 2022
  • Nic D
    Nic D

    Bayard was a great host, very communicative and welcomed us on the property. The property is really amazing. Soon as we showed up we saw tons of whitetailed deer, turkeys, and a large herd of elk on the southern border. As we made our way to the Gallatin river, we crossed over a little spring creek that had a bunch of ducks on it. This property is so special. You're 10mins from Bozeman but you can't see or hear it from here. Thanks, Bayard, I'll be back soon!

    Reviewed by Guest on February 2022
    Bayard B
    Bayard B

    Nic was respectful and really interested in the Ranch. I would definitely have Nic back again.

    Reviewed by Landowner on February 2022

Landowner

Bayard B

Hosted by

Bayard B

5.0(24 reviews)
Response rate: 97%

Bayard Black is a fifth generation rancher and photographer that lives near Gallatin Gateway Montana. His photography can be viewed at: 

https://praise.pics/blog-praisepics 

Black's Montana clothing line WILDER can be viewed at:

https://wilderwear.shop 

Bayard Black is a fifth generation rancher and photographer that lives near Gallatin Gateway Montana. His photography can be viewed at: 

https://praise.pics/blog-praisepics 

Black's Montana clothing line WILDER can be viewed at:

https://wilderwear.shop 

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Bayard B

Hosted by

Bayard B

5.0(24 reviews)