IX Ranch Lodge - Big Sandy, MT
Up to 4 Guests
About
Our elk hunts offer a classic spot-and-stalk experience across expansive terrain. Hunts run for five days with six nights of lodging and are fully guided on a 2x1 basis, with 1x1 options available. Hunters should be prepared for shots ranging from 200 to 400 yards. Each day begins early, heading into the field at first light, followed by a mid-day break while elk are typically bedded. Evening hunts resume as movement picks up later in the day. After the hunt, guests return to comfortable lodging to relax, enjoy dinner, and unwind.
Antelope hunts provide a fast-paced and rewarding spot-and-stalk experience across open country. These hunts are three days in length with four nights of lodging and are guided 2x1, with the option to upgrade to 1x1. Expect shot opportunities between 200 and 400 yards. Days start early with morning hunts, followed by a mid-day break, and continue again in the evening when antelope are most active. Evenings are spent back at camp relaxing, enjoying meals, and preparing for the next day.
Mule deer and whitetail hunts are five-day, fully guided spot-and-stalk experiences with six nights of lodging. Standard guiding is 2x1, with 1x1 options available. Hunters can expect shot distances ranging from 200 to 400 yards. Each day follows a structured schedule with early morning departures, mid-day downtime while deer are bedded, and evening hunts as activity increases. After a full day in the field, guests return to camp to relax, enjoy dinner, and unwind.
Bighorn sheep hunts take place in the remote and rugged Missouri River Breaks, specifically in the renowned Area 680, known for producing genetically superior trophy rams. These fully guided hunts require a valid license and offer a challenging and rewarding backcountry experience. Days begin early with guides leading hunters into sheep country, followed by strategic mid-day breaks and continued hunting into the evening. Success depends heavily on terrain, weather, and sheep movement, making each day a dynamic and immersive pursuit.
Mountain lion hunts are highly dynamic and depend entirely on snow conditions, as fresh snowfall is key to locating tracks. Hunts can be guided or self-guided, with flexible options for lodging and meals. Unlike traditional scheduled hunts, lion hunts are fast-paced and reactive—guides monitor for fresh tracks, and once located, houndsmen are called in to begin the chase. This creates an exciting, real-time hunting experience that is driven by conditions and opportunity rather than a fixed daily schedule.
Rules
- Hunter orange: Montana law requires at least 400 square inches of hunter orange above the waist for big game rifle and archery hunters (exception: bow hunters during special archery season).
- BYOB: Alcohol is allowed but must be provided by guests; no alcohol consumption while out hunting.
- Licenses: Hunters are responsible for obtaining required licenses and following Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks regulations.
This outfitter currently has no lodging available.
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Montana, United States
Montana Outfitting Company is a family-run operation hosted on the Faber family’s 4th-generation ranch. For more than 30 years, they’ve welcomed hunters, families, and corporate groups to experience the rugged beauty of the Bear Paw Mountains and the Missouri River Breaks.
Operated by Chris Faber, Montana Outfitting Company now offers access to over 300,000 private acres of diverse ranchlands and access points to an additional 400,000 acres of remote public land in the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument. From big game to wing shooting and varmint opportunities, guests enjoy professionally guided experiences paired with comfortable lodging and hearty home-cooked meals.
Whether you’re planning a classic Montana hunt, a retreat, or a quiet escape surrounded by wildlife and wide-open spaces, Montana Outfitting Company is built to help you stay, hunt, and play in one of the West’s most authentic landscapes.
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