Tbd Tendoy Lane

Ennis, MT 59729

This acreage of the Virginia City Ranches has gorgeous views that never fail to impress. Situated in the Virginia City Ranches subdivision, they offer convenient access to Ennis, Montana, just a short 10-minute drive away. Build a permanent residence, or a vacation cabin, or utilize the 14 acres for horseback riding or camping. This vibrant area abounds with recreational opportunities, with the renowned Madison River merely a five-minute drive, providing exceptional blue-ribbon fishing experiences. Moreover, its central location places it within easy reach of prominent towns like Big Sky, Butte, and Bozeman. These lots come equipped with electricity and fiber optic connectivity. Take ATV trails, explore Forest Service land, hunt, fish, or just marvel at the beauty of the natural landscape! Local Area Ennis, Montana was named for William Ennis who settled the area that is now the townsite. Lewis and Clark crossed through the Madison Valley in 1805, but Ennis wasn't shaped until the discovery of gold in 1863 in Alder Gulch. Ennis was incorporated in 1956. The primary source of the economy is cattle with rotating crops of hay and grains. Timber is also harvested from numerous acres of nearby forests. Gold mining is also making a comeback. Downtown Ennis has tackle shops and hunting equipment available for the outdoor enthusiast. The Madison River offers blue-ribbon trout fishing. Outdoor recreation can be found year-round! Area Attractions Ennis Lake Ennis Lake stretches for 2.6 miles and was formed by the construction of the Madison Dam. Camp, boat, fish, or white-water raft in the Bear Trap Canyon downstream of the dam. Anglers can fish for Brown and Rainbow Trout in this 4,800-acre lake. Axolotl Lake Wilderness Study Area The Axolotl Lakes WSA is a picturesque land of numerous small lakes, grasslands, meadows, and forests. The area's abundant wide variety of wildlife includes grizzly bears, elk, deer, moose, and antelope. The area is home to the "axolotl" salamander, a unique non-metamorphosing form of the blotched tiger salamander that retains its juvenile characteristics. The terrain is ideal for horseback riding, hiking, and backpacking, and the scenery and varied habitats provide excellent opportunities for photography, nature study, hunting, and fishing. Norris Hot Springs Named the Water of the Gods, Norris Hot Springs is a unique oasis situated among hillsides offering views of wildlife from the pool. Naturally heated from the bubbling springs below the earth's surface, the pool's clean hot mineral waters are 120 degrees. Soak here to treat your body to the healing powers of the hot mineral waters and enjoy the atmosphere with live music, food, and a campground. Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park This unique and fascinating park was Montana's first state park and features one of Northwest's largest known limestone caverns. The spectacular caves are lined with stalactites, stalagmites, columns, and helictites. Red Rock Mine & Garnet Gallery Experience the same thrill of prospecting and screening for garnets, corundum, and rubies! Use your gems for jewelry. The Ringing Rocks The famous Ringing Rocks offer an unforgettable memory best described as a jumbled pile of boulders that when tapped with a hammer or wrench ring melodically. Although there is currently not a scientific explanation available, it is thought the chiming is caused by the combination of rock and the way the patterns have formed as the rocks have eroded. Mysteriously, if you remove a rock from the pile, it no longer rings! Yellowstone National Park Yellowstone National Park is 125 miles for an easy day trip where you can catch a glimpse of the rarely seen grizzly and wolf at the Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center. Visit geysers and the historic Old Faithful for sights that you will never forget. Get a taste of the wild, see where the wildlife roams, and enjoy all the amenities of a national park!

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