markeisenbeil Loc: Deer Lodge, Montana

Montana is a state filled with beauty and dirt roads. Here's a tribute to a few of them south of Deer Lodge near Racetrack.
*Note: For those of you who are grammer Nazis, by Montana standards, Racetrack is one word, although I can't explain why. The area around Racetrack got it's name because it was relatively flat and was therefore an excellent place for horse racing between the first white pioneers (later settlers) and passing Indian tribes on their way to hunt buffalo on the plains east of the Continental Divide.

Dempsey Lake Road looking northeast.

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Dempsey Lake Road looking southwest.

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Dempsey Lake Road looking south.

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Modesty Creek Road looking east.

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Modesty Creek Road looking west. Modesty Creek Road was opened about one year ago after being gated shut to the public by landowners in the 1980s. The issue was brought before the court and the road was determined to be public and the locks had to be removed.

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My ranch...I just have to figure out how to get rid of those squatters who reside there now. They've gotten a little agitated at me and the picking rock salt out of my wounds is starting to get a little irritating.

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hb3 Loc: Texas

Nice set...#2 is a standout for me... :thumbup:

Whuff Loc: Marshalltown, Iowa

#2 would be a great place to show in all 4 seasons.

markeisenbeil Loc: Deer Lodge, Montana

Hi hb3, thanks for the input. I always liked that stretch of the road.

markeisenbeil Loc: Deer Lodge, Montana

Hi Whuff, thanks for the input. I wish we had four seasons out here. There's only two...winter and August.

howlynn Loc: pueblo west, co

Very nice set, I like your last photo of your ranch. I live in southern Colorado and love to drive the county roads in the mountains. One question, do you know any history of where the erecting a log arch at the entrance to ranches came from. I have a album of ranches entrances that is now over 200. They are so unique and range of simple to very elaborate.

Jackinthebox Loc: travel the world

Oh me Oh my, "squatters who reside there now"


Most states have real estate laws to the effect that squatters own the place under certain conditions. One of them is that the owner is aware of them and hostile, the next is a time period of xx years. Check with your licensed and trusted real estate firm for the fine print. You may be in danger of loosing your farm.

Lagace4 Loc: San Diego, CA

Such a beautiful State. Great shots, especially layout on #2.

colo43 Loc: Eastern Plains of Colorado

A great set.

JimW54 Loc: Louisiana

Great series of beautiful country.

eospaddy Loc: Liverpool UK

sitting here in my back room in Liverpool uk looking at some great heavenly land pics of Montana, the beauty of sites like this and the internet in general is that with a few clicks i can see what its like in Montana and learn at the same time ! in my boring world Montana is a dream land beyond the horizon so thanks to yourself and people like you i can travel the world from my PC. great post great pics !

Elliern Loc: Myrtle Beach, SC

Beautiful country and great photos.
Why are squatters in your home? I assume you don't live there.
Hope you are seriously considering legal intervention. Would hate to see you lose your ranch.

Longhorn Loc: Austin, Texas

Beautiful pictures of beautiful country.

rlaugh Loc: Michigan & Florida

Great scenery..good shots!

White Wing Loc: Lee's Summit, MO

Enjoyed the entire set but really like #2. Looks like you have a very nice ranch nestled in a beautiful setting.