RiverView Ranch Retreat & Western Adventure
Alberton, Montana, United StatesSet on a 1,000-acre estate in Montana's Big Sky Country, RiverView Ranch offers a personalized western adventure with breathtaking views of a private lake and the Rocky Mountains. This Forbes Five-Star retreat combines impeccable service with farm-to-table dining and curated activities, ensuring an unforgettable stay.
For those who appreciate an intimate setting where every moment feels special, this ranch provides the perfect escape. Guests can relax amidst nature's beauty or explore the great outdoors, experiencing the best of Montana.
Rooms and suites
The ranch features eight suites within a spacious 12,000-square-foot lodge, each offering floor-to-ceiling views of the lake and mountains. Private patios with fire pits allow guests to enjoy the Montana sky. Thoughtful touches like plush bedding, locally sourced bath amenities and twice-daily housekeeping enhance the experience.
For families or groups needing extra space, the Elk Meadow Cottage provides four bedrooms, a private jacuzzi and sauna and a game room complete with a pool table and private movie theater.
Amenities and experiences
Farm-to-table cuisine prepared by the in-house chef, served in the lodge or lakeside under the willow trees.
Lake house sauna and jacuzzi, private spa room for massages and yoga sessions.
24-hour fitness center.
Horseback trail rides, arena lessons, sleigh rides, Polaris tours, hiking, mountain biking and snowmobiling during winter months across over 1,000 acres.
Paddleboarding, kayaking, canoeing and jet skiing on the private lake; fishing in trout-filled waters or fly-fishing on the Clark Fork River, sandy beach with beach volleyball and swimming during warmer months.
Target shooting and archery under skilled guidance at the shooting range.
Lawn games like disc golf and cornhole, petting zoo and mini Highland cow encounters, game room with shuffleboard, pool and ping pong.
Sleigh rides, ice skating on a frozen pond, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and nearby ski excursions.
Bonfires with s’mores under the stars, movie nights in the cottage's private theater.
Weddings or corporate retreats with bespoke services against scenic backdrops.
Pets are welcome (additional fee), pet amenities provided.
How to get here
Located 28 miles west of Missoula International Airport (MSO), RiverView Ranch is about a 30-minute drive through Montana's landscapes. For private aircraft, Minuteman Aviation is nearby, and the ranch provides complimentary transportation from both locations. Set along the banks of the Clark Fork River and bordering Lolo National Forest, the ranch offers both seclusion and accessibility. A car isn't necessary due to the ranch's transportation services, but arrangements can be made for those who wish to explore further.