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Farms & Vineyards in Montana

Visit 23 farms across Montana. Maps, hours, contact info, photos, and verified operator profiles, all in one place.

Big Sky country. Glacier, the Bob, and the Yellowstone headwaters.

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Farms & Vineyards in Montana by Google rating

Ranked by Google rating, then by number of reviews, across the 19 of 23 farms in Montana with 10 or more Google reviews.

FarmCityTypeRating
Green Bench Orchard, Missoula, MTMissoulaU-Pick5.043 Google reviews
For The Love Farms, Belgrade, MTBelgradeAgritourism5.016 Google reviews
Aspen Grove Farm, Corvallis, MTCorvallisU-Pick5.012 Google reviews
Sunleit Family Farms, St Regis, MTSt RegisAgritourism5.012 Google reviews
The Last Best Place Orchard, LLC, Bigfork, MTBigforkU-Pick5.012 Google reviews
Red Hen Farm And Orchard, Missoula, MTMissoulaU-Pick5.010 Google reviews
T&C Farms - Pumpkin Patch, Laurel, MTLaurelAgritourism4.9103 Google reviews
Turner Farms, Missoula, MTMissoulaAgritourism4.8144 Google reviews

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About Montana

Montana farms and ranches spread across a lot of ground: from the Flathead Valley in the west, out past the Missouri and Yellowstone Rivers, to the wheat country that runs to the Dakota line. The Rockies and the Absaroka-Beartooth wall off the valleys where the fruit grows; the plains east of them carry cattle and grain. That range means a visitor can pick cherries one weekend and ride fence on a working ranch the next, and both feel like the real work of the place rather than a show put on for tourists.

Food and drink are the easiest way in. U-pick season fills the Flathead and Bitterroot Valleys: cherries, berries, and apples around towns like Polson and Stevensville, where the fruit stands appear along the highway when the crop comes in. Craft breweries, some of them sited right on the farms that grow their grain, pour tastings a short walk from the field. Vineyards are newer here, planted in the sunnier, sheltered pockets, but they're finding their footing.

Staying over changes the trip. Farm stays run the gamut (a rough cabin on a cattle ranch near Lewistown or Miles City, a guesthouse in the Gallatin Valley outside Bozeman), and guests get pulled into the daily rhythm of the place if they want to be. The same scenery does double duty for weddings: a hay meadow with a mountain wall behind it needs very little decorating, which is why farm and ranch venues here book up.

Most of these operations are multi-generational. The families running them have kept the old practices (branding, haying, orchard work), while bolting on the agritourism side to keep the place solvent. Visitors get to see how food actually gets made, meet the people who make it, and do it under the sky that gives Big Sky Country its name.

Best time to go

When to visit Montana farms

June through October.

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23
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June through October

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Know before you go in Montana

Federal permits, lotteries and timed-entry reservations in Montana, from Recreation.gov.

Confirm current requirements with the agency that sets them before your trip. Rules and fees change every season.

  • Agritourism Warning Notice

    Montana's Recreation Responsibility Act does not require agritourism operators to post warning notices; participants assume the activity's inherent risks by operation of law, and operators commonly use written waivers that spell out those risks. Visitors should be aware that their participation implies acceptance of these inherent risks as outlined by state law.

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  • Direct Farm Food Sales Compliance

    While Montana allows direct sales of certain farm products, operators must comply with specific food safety and labeling requirements set by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. Visitors purchasing food directly from farms should inquire about these standards if they have concerns.

  • Alcohol Beverage Control Licensing

    Any farm operating a winery, brewery, or distillery that offers tastings or sales of alcoholic beverages must possess the appropriate licenses from the Montana Department of Revenue's Alcohol Beverage Control Division. These licenses regulate aspects such as production volume, retail sales, and on-premises consumption.

  • Local Event Permitting

    For farm wedding venues or other large public events, local county or municipal permits may be required. These permits often cover aspects like public safety, sanitation, traffic management, and noise, and are essential for legal operation. Visitors attending such events should expect operators to have secured necessary local approvals.

01Are reservations typically required for agritourism visits in Montana?
It depends on the operation. U-pick farms often take walk-ins, but farm stays, vineyard tours, brewery tastings, and especially wedding venues nearly always book ahead. Check the farm's website or call before you make the drive, distances in Montana punish assumptions.
02What types of produce are commonly available for U-pick in Montana?
Cherries are the headliner, concentrated in the Flathead Valley. Western Montana also picks strawberries, raspberries, and huckleberries through summer, with apples and pumpkins taking over in fall. Every crop has a narrow window, so confirm timing with the farm.
03Can I bring my pets to agritourism sites in Montana?
Usually not. Farms with food production or livestock tend to bar pets outright: food safety rules, animal welfare, and the comfort of other visitors all argue against it. Verify the policy with each farm before you load the dog.
04Are farm stays in Montana suitable for families with children?
Many are, and some are built for it: kids collect eggs, meet the animals, and see where dinner comes from. Offerings vary, though, so ask about age limits and kid-specific activities when you book.
05What should I wear when visiting a working farm or U-pick orchard?
Clothes you can get dirty and closed-toe shoes or boots, fields are uneven and often muddy. Add a hat and sunscreen in summer; Montana sun at elevation is stronger than it looks.
06How do I find farms that host weddings or other events in Montana?
Start with online directories, local tourism boards, and Montana-focused event planning resources. Most venues run their own websites with photos of the grounds: which, given the backdrops these ranches sit against, tend to make the case on their own.

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