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Teton River Confluence RanchT E T O N V A L L E Y , I D A H O

Introduction:Teton River Confluence Ranch possesses that rare combination of the most sough-after

western ranch traits: stunning mountain views, live water, abundant wildlife and proximity to

resort amenities. This 723-acre ranch is comprised of a peninsula of land bordered by Badger

Creek, Bitch Creek and the Teton River, three of the finest cutthroat trout fisheries in the West.

The setting is breathtaking with rolling topography, big Teton Range views and the wild river

canyons. Currently in its seventh year of a Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), the ranch

provides the owner with income and the wildlife with protection. Wildlife species benefiting

the most from the current ranch use are sharp-tailed grouse, Hungarian partridge and mule

deer. “Huns” and “sharpies” are both present in huntable numbers and provide great recreation

for the wingshooter. The Teton River Confluence Ranch possesses the combination of great

fishing, hunting, big views and farm income all while being close to Driggs, one of the most

desirable small towns in the West.

Teton River Confluence RanchT E T O N V A L L E Y , I D A H O

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Matt MacMillan, Associate Broker

Toll Free 866.734.6100

Office: 208.354.6002

Cell: 307.413.3582

Located on the Northern End of Teton Valley

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Teton River Confluence is located on the northern end of Teton Valley, Idaho, northwest of the town of Felt. This recreational ranch is a

25-minute drive to the charming mountain town of Driggs, the county seat. Teton Valley, known as “the quiet side of the Tetons,” is located

in the heart of the Greater Yellowstone. The abundance of public lands in all directions, along with Yellowstone and Grand Teton National

Parks is what makes this region so distinct. Teton Valley is comprised of the small mountain towns of Victor, Driggs and Tetonia. Driggs

offers amenities including restaurants, grocery stores, shopping, world-class golf, private air service and access to downhill skiing at Grand

Targhee Ski and Summer Resort. The resort community of Jackson Hole lies 46 miles to the east with many conveniences such as fine

dining, lodging, state-of-the-art medical facilities and world-class recreation. Jackson Hole is also the gateway to Grand Teton and Yellow-

stone National Parks. West Yellowstone lies a scenic 81 miles to the north. Teton River Confluence is well-situated within the recreational

mecca commonly known as the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

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Acreage:The acreage on Teton River Confluence is diverse and a truly wild, breathtaking setting. These 732 acres are a mixture of rolling meadows

with dramatic Teton Range views, picturesque stands of aspens, and the wild canyons of Bitch Creek, Badger Creek and Teton River border-

ing the ranch on three sides. The northern and southern sides of the ranch are comprised of healthy stands of pine and aspen groves, and the

ranch is bordered by BLM land to the north, south and west. The property overlooks Bitch Creek to the north, Badger Creek to the south, and

the Teton River to the west. These corridors are pristine intact systems with little human disturbance. Abundant water flows out of the high

country of the Teton Range via Bitch Creek and Badger Creek providing the lifeblood to the Teton River system.

Wildlife and Hunting:An extension of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and benefitting from

the nearby Targhee National Forest, the area offers a diverse population of

wildlife. The big game species include elk, moose, mule deer in addition to

black bear, wolf, mountain lion, bobcat and fox. Birds in the area include

a healthy population of sharp-tailed grouse, ruffed grouse, Hungarian

partridge as well as bald and golden eagles, osprey and other raptors and

waterfowl species.

The Teton River Confluence Ranch corridor is a historical and important

migration route for big game species moving from the summer range

in the adjacent forest to the winter range at lower elevations on the

canyon of the Teton River. Mule deer and elk frequent the property and

are most common in the fall and winter months. The south facing side

of the canyon provides critical winter range for large ungulates and is a

migration corridor to the Teton River. The Teton River is one of the largest

and most crucial areas for mule deer on the western slope of the Teton

Range. Mule deer that migrate from the nearby mountains have some

of the best genetics in the West and are a prized resource for big game

hunters. Famous for their trophy potential, the deer utilize the corridor

in the spring and fall and will spend the winter on the ranch. During a

typical winter, more than 500 mule deer call the ranch home from late

October though April. Shiras moose and Rocky Mountain elk also utilize

the ranch, with many on the ranch year round. In springtime, the aspen

groves and private pockets of the ranch provide a prime location for elk

to calve and deer to fawn.

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Bitch Creek originates along the western slopes of the Teton Mountain Range in Wyoming and

flows through the Jedediah Smith Wilderness before entering Idaho. From there, it continues its

journey through the Caribou-Targhee National Forest and private lands before converging to form

the Teton River. The largest of the Teton River tributaries, Bitch Creek descends rapidly from the

high mountain terrain of the Tetons along its 15-mile journey to the Teton River. There are a few

poorly marked, rugged access points on the creek used by some area anglers in search of reprieve

from the more frequented and accessible area fisheries such as the Henry’s Fork and the South Fork.

The stretch of Bitch creek bordering the ranch holds the most concentrated fish numbers along

the entire Bitch Creek reach. Featuring primarily Yellowstone cutthroat trout with a few rainbows

mixed in, the fishing is nothing short of spectacular. The creek can best be characterized as a pocket

water fishery complete with pools, logjams and long runs full of eager Yellowstone cutthroat trout

up to 20 inches. These fish see little pressure so fishing large stoneflies or later season terrestrials are

typically effective. As flows decline in late summer and fall, smaller attractor patterns and a more

thoughtful approach will bring more fish to hand.

Badger Creek corridor hosts a plethora of big game animals. Deer, elk, moose, badgers, bears and mountain lions call the Badger Creek drainage

home. This creek is recharged with several springs as the creek approaches its confluence with Teton River ensuring consistent healthy year round

flows. Unlike Bitch creek, which is predominantly a Yellowstone cutthroat fishery, Badger Creek is primarily inhabited by rainbow trout. The

rainbow trout numbers in the section of stream along the southern border of the ranch are robust. And since the fishing pressure is light, these

strong rainbow trout are easily fooled with dry flies. Badger Creek is the smaller stream with less pocket water and more pools and runs so it is

fished at a slower pace. The rainbow trout are strong and will put anglers to the test after the hook is set.

Live Water:

Live Water: (Continued)The Teton River originates on the western slope of the Teton

Mountains and flows westward to its confluence with the Henry’s

Fork. Trophy-sized Yellowstone cutthroat and rainbow trout lurk in

the meandering meadow stream of the upper sections of the river as

it runs through the Teton Basin north of Driggs. This area is situated

on a flat valley floor dotted with sand hill cranes and large game such

as moose, elk, and deer. After flowing through the valley, the Teton

picks up gradient and drops into the “canyon”, the section of river on

and adjacent to the ranch. This is a wild canyon fishery loaded with

Yellowstone cutthroat and rainbow trout. The rough water upstream

of the ranch is only suitable for kayaks, so the only anglers that may

be seen are those that take the long trek from primitive access points

that require a spirit for adventure.

Conservation Easement:The Teton River Confluence property is well-suited for a future in a conservation easement based on its unique location between three important waterways as well as its critical big game winter range. The ranch is currently unencumbered by a conservation easement and therefore could provide financial benefit for the incoming landowner in the form of cash or tax benefits. Live Water Properties works extensively with local land trusts, which are interested in negotiating and overseeing conservation easements on ecologically valuable properties. Live Water Properties fosters these relationships in order to help buyers and sellers understand this unique potential.

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Nearby Live Water:Aside from the coveted water surrounding the ranch, there are opportunities for world-class

fishing in all directions. The South Fork, the Snake River, Madison River and the Henry’s Fork

are all nearby. The Henry’s Fork River is a classic wild trout fishery, world-renowned for its

rainbows and browns. This fishery is consistently changing due to seasonal hatches, which

provides a variety of fantastic and nearly year round floating and wading opportunities. From

its inception near Island Park, the river takes on a spring creek and tailwater quality through

the famous Railroad Ranch section, and transitions into a freestone canyon habitat. The

South Fork of the Snake River is a tailwater fishery that flows out of Palisades Dam on the

border of Wyoming and Idaho. The South Fork is an angler’s dream with varied hatches and

a healthy population of browns, rainbows, native Yellowstone cutthroat and Snake River fine-

spotted cutthroat. The South Fork flows for 60 miles through high mountain valleys, rugged

canyons and broad flood plains to its confluence with the Henry’s Fork. This makes the river as

picturesque as it is a famed fishery.


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Teton River Confluence Ranch Aerial Map••Maps are for visual aid only accuracy is not guaranteed.

Teton River Confluence Ranch Topographic Map••Maps are for visual aid only accuracy is not guaranteed.

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Notes:1) This is an exclusive listing of Live Water Properties LLC; an agent of Live Water Properties must be present to conduct a showing.

The owners respectfully request that other agents and/or prospective buyers contact Live Water Properties in advance to schedule a proper showing and do not attempt to tour or trespass the property on their own. Thank you.

2) Offering subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice, and approval of purchase by owner. Information provided herein is intended as a general guideline and has been provided by sources deemed reliable, but the accuracy of which we cannot guarantee.

3) Live Water Properties LLC represents the Seller as a Seller’s Agent.

PRICE: $4,900,000TAXES: $1,119 in 2013CONTACT: Please contact Matt MacMillan at Live Water Properties, 208.354.6002 or 307.413.3582 to schedule a showing.


• 723 deeded acres in Teton County, Idaho

• 14 miles from Driggs, Idaho and 47 Miles from Jackson Hole, Wyoming

• Access via County Road from the east

• Peninsula bordered by sought-after fisheries including Bitch Creek, Badger Creek and the Teton River

• 5.22 miles of river frontage adjacent to the ranch accessed either by deeded land or BLM

• 2.58 miles of Bitch Creek

• 1.09 miles of the Teton River

• 1.55 miles of Badger Creek

• Borders BLM on three sides

• Diverse topography with rolling meadows, timber and rich riparian corridor

• Exceptional views of the Teton Range, Big Hole Range and peaks in Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park

• Important big game migration corridor for the famous Teton Range mule deer herd, Rocky Mountain elk and Shiras moose

• Bitch Creek is considered the most important Yellowstone cutthroat trout (YCT) stronghold in the Teton River Watershed and one of the most important YCT streams in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem

• In 7th year of Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) with annual income of $26,673

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