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The Ranch at Rock Creek

Type: ranch | Status: discovered | Tier: standard | Fishiness: 5/5

All-inclusive fly-fishing ranch on 6,600 acres in Montana's Philipsburg valley with direct access to Rock Creek, a Blue Ribbon trout stream. The Ranch at Rock Creek runs year-round guided trips for rainbow, brown, brook, and bull trout, plus ice fishing on Georgetown Lake in winter. Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star property with luxury suites, canvas cabins, and homesteader wagons.

The Ranch at Rock Creek sits on 6,600 acres in the pristine Philipsburg valley with direct access to Rock Creek, one of Montana's most productive and storied trout fisheries. The all-inclusive model caters to serious anglers, families, and couples seeking a full-service ranch experience. Spring through fall are prime for fly-fishing—spring nymphing and streamers during salmonfly and mayfly hatches, summer sight-fishing with dry flies during ant and grasshopper hatches, and fall streamer work for trophy browns. Winter guests can ice-fish for rainbows and kokanee on nearby Georgetown Lake from heated huts. The 31-room property ranges from luxury Peak Plus suites with fireplaces and saunas to canvas cabins and homesteader wagons, all included in daily rates alongside guided fishing, horseback riding, farm-to-table meals, fitness center, pool, and evening entertainment. The ranch earned Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star status and maintains a 4.8-star rating across 240 reviews.

Details

  • Tags: Ranch, Fly Fishing, Ice Fishing, Freshwater, Luxury, All-Inclusive, Riverside, Pet Friendly, Family Friendly, Culinary, Remote / Off-Grid, Dining / Restaurant, Gear Rental, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Wilderness Tours, Culinary Experiences, Skiing, Snowshoeing, Stargazing, ATV / UTV Tours, Fishing Clinics / Schools, Fly Tying Classes, Couples / Honeymoons, Families with Kids, Big Groups, Corporate Retreats, Non-Fishing Partners, Private Buyouts, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Seasoned Vet, Professional, Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter, Year-Round, Mountains, Temperate
  • Has Guides: No
  • Booking: request_quote
  • Address: 79 Carriage House Lane, Philipsburg, MT 59858
  • Logistics: The Ranch is located in a remote corner of Montana. Specific travel details are likely provided upon booking or inquiry.
  • Provides Gear: Yes — Comfort bikes provided for on-Ranch transportation.

Photos (33)

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FAQ — The Ranch at Rock Creek

Linked Destinations (5)

NameTypeRelationshipDistance
Rock Creekstreamin_region
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forestnational_forestnearby
Clark Forkcreeknearby
Flint Creekrivernearby
Montanastatein_region

Species (2)

Common NameScientific NameCategory
Rainbow TroutOncorhynchus mykissfreshwater
Brook TroutSalvelinus fontinalisfreshwater

Rooms (4)

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Original Homestead Barn Accommodations13No
Luxury Log Cabins121 King + 2 Twin BedsNo
Glamping Accommodations71 King + 2 Twin BedsNo
The Granite Lodge21 KingNo
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