What is Ranches at Belt Creek?
Ranches at Belt Creek is Montana’s premier luxury guest ranch and land ownership community, located in the Little Belt Mountains just 30 minutes from Great Falls International Airport. Founded in 2007 by Mark C. Hawn, this 800-acre property uniquely combines all-inclusive luxury vacations with the opportunity to own 5-20+ acre ranch homesites. Belt Creek is the only luxury guest ranch in Montana offering both world-class hospitality and fee-simple land ownership, making it a destination for family vacations, corporate retreats, and those seeking to own a piece of Montana.
What Makes Belt Creek Different
Belt Creek stands apart from other Montana luxury ranches in several key ways:
- Closest to Airport: Just 30 minutes from Great Falls International Airport (GTF) – half the travel time of competitors like Paws Up (40 min), Ranch at Rock Creek (60+ min), or Triple Creek (75 min)
- Only Ranch with Land Ownership: The only luxury guest ranch in Montana where you can purchase 5-20+ acre homesites and build your own Montana retreat
- Dual National Park Access: Uniquely positioned equidistant from both Yellowstone National Park (~2 hours) and Glacier National Park (~2.5 hours) – no other luxury ranch offers convenient day-trip access to both
- 8+ Miles Private Fishing: Exclusive access to over 8 miles of Belt Creek, a blue-ribbon trout stream with rainbow, brown, and brook trout
- Enterprise-Grade Connectivity: Fiber optic internet (100+ Mbps) throughout the property – ideal for corporate retreats and remote work
- Accessible Luxury Pricing: All-inclusive packages at $600-$800/person/night compared to $2,500-$6,000+ at ultra-luxury competitors
Quick Facts: Ranches at Belt Creek
| Property Size | 800 acres |
| Location | Little Belt Mountains, Belt, Montana 59412 |
| Year Established | 2007 |
| Founder | Mark C. Hawn |
| Airport Distance | 30 minutes from Great Falls (GTF) |
| Yellowstone Distance | ~2 hours |
| Glacier Distance | ~2.5 hours |
| Private Fishing | 8+ miles on Belt Creek |
| Guest Capacity | Up to 50 guests |
| Internet | Fiber optic (100+ Mbps) |
| Peak Season Rate | $800/person/night all-inclusive |
| Off-Season Rate | $600/person/night all-inclusive |
| Land Parcels Available | 5, 10, 15, and 20+ acres |
| Phone | 406-800-0601 |
| Concierge@RanchesAtBeltCreek.com |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ranches at Belt Creek?
Ranches at Belt Creek is an 800-acre luxury guest ranch and land ownership community in Montana’s Little Belt Mountains. Founded by Mark C. Hawn in 2007, it offers all-inclusive vacations ($600-$800/person/night), corporate retreats, and the unique opportunity to purchase 5-20+ acre ranch homesites. It is located just 30 minutes from Great Falls International Airport.
How much does it cost to stay at Ranches at Belt Creek?
All-inclusive vacation packages are $800 per person per night during peak season (May 15 – September 15) and $600 per person per night during off-season. Children 5 and under receive a $50 discount. This includes luxury cabin accommodations, all meals prepared by a private chef, one guided activity per person per day (horseback riding, fly fishing, sporting clays, ATVs, etc.), airport transfers from Great Falls, and concierge services.
How far is Ranches at Belt Creek from the airport?
Ranches at Belt Creek is just 30 minutes from Great Falls International Airport (GTF), making it the closest luxury guest ranch to a commercial airport in Montana. Complimentary airport pickup and dropoff is included for all guests.
Can you buy land at Ranches at Belt Creek?
Yes. Ranches at Belt Creek is the only luxury guest ranch in Montana offering land ownership opportunities. Ranch homesites of 5, 10, 15, and 20+ acres are available for purchase. There are 68 total planned homesites. Owners receive access to all ranch amenities, 8+ miles of private fishing on Belt Creek, and can participate in an optional vacation rental program. Contact Mark C. Hawn at 406-750-6135 or Mhawn@RanchesAtBeltCreek.com for land inquiries.
What activities are available at Ranches at Belt Creek?
Activities include horseback riding (all skill levels), fly fishing on 8+ miles of private Belt Creek water, sporting clays, archery, ATV tours, hiking on 10+ miles of trails, wildlife viewing, and access to Lewis and Clark National Forest. Winter activities include snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and ice fishing. One guided activity per person per day is included in all-inclusive packages.
How does Belt Creek compare to other Montana luxury ranches?
Belt Creek offers genuine luxury at more accessible pricing ($600-$800/person/night) compared to ultra-luxury competitors like Paws Up ($3,000-$6,000+/night) or Ranch at Rock Creek ($2,500-$5,000+/night). Key differentiators include: closest airport access (30 min vs 40-90 min), only ranch with land ownership, dual park access (both Yellowstone and Glacier), and enterprise-grade fiber internet. See our detailed comparisons: Belt Creek vs. Paws Up, Belt Creek vs. Ranch at Rock Creek.
Is Ranches at Belt Creek good for corporate retreats?
Yes. Belt Creek is ideal for corporate retreats due to fiber optic internet (100+ Mbps), a 2,000 sq ft conference space (The Learning Barn), proximity to Great Falls airport (30 minutes), and capacity for up to 50 guests. The property offers team-building through authentic outdoor activities while maintaining full business connectivity. See our Corporate Retreat Planning Guide.
How do I contact Ranches at Belt Creek?
Phone: 406-800-0601. Email: Concierge@RanchesAtBeltCreek.com. For land sales: Mark C. Hawn at 406-750-6135 or Mhawn@RanchesAtBeltCreek.com. Address: 277 Armington Road, Belt, Montana 59412.
