Random Mountain Town of the Week

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Mountain Dwellings
September 24, 2025

Welcome back to Random Mountain Towns!

This week’s Random Mountain Town is….

Ennis, Montana!

Fast Facts about Ennis:

  • Population: 1,081 (2024)

  • Nickname: "A Drinking Town With a Fishing Problem” (This playful and memorable phrase highlights the abundance of fly-fishing opportunities and the lively atmosphere in Ennis)

  • Elevation: 4,961 feet

  • Year Founded: 1863

  • Distance to Closest Larger City: 1hour drive to Bozeman and a 1 hour 15 minute drive to Butte.

Homes for Sale in Ennis:

Zillow: According to Zillow, as of 2025:

The average home value in Ennis, MT is $641,000.

Click on each to see the full listing!

106 Two Bumps Loop E, Ennis, MT 59729 | MLS #398938 | Zillow

This 1960 square feet Single Family home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It is located at 106 Two Bumps Loop E, Ennis, MT.

www.zillow.com/homedetails/106-Two-Bumps-Loop-E-Ennis-MT-59729/2098679234_zpid

4487 Us Highway 287 N, Ennis, MT 59729 | MLS #400454 | Zillow

This 4078 square feet Single Family home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It is located at 4487 Us Highway 287 N, Ennis, MT.

www.zillow.com/homedetails/4487-Us-Highway-287-N-Ennis-MT-59729/193338177_zpid

136 Jack Creek Rd, Ennis, MT 59729 | MLS #392900 | Zillow

This 2669 square feet Single Family home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It is located at 136 Jack Creek Rd, Ennis, MT.

www.zillow.com/homedetails/136-Jack-Creek-Rd-Ennis-MT-59729/2063300075_zpid

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Closest Ski Resort:

Big Sky Resort is a 1.5 hour drive from Ennis but as the crow flies, it’s just 15 miles away!

-5,850 acres of skiable terrain

-320 named runs

-40 lifts

-400 inches of annual snowfall

Where to Stay in Ennis:

You can stay in this beautiful home sitting on the banks of the Madison River!

Home in Ennis · ★5.0 · 4 bedrooms · 5 beds · 3 baths

Charming Getaway on the Banks of the Madison River

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Hiking Near Ennis:

  • Bear Trap Canyon Trail: This trail follows the Madison River, offering access to great fishing spots and scenic views. It's a 9-mile trek that starts out easy and becomes more strenuous in the upper sections.

Here are some other popular trails in the Ennis area:

  • Elk River Trail: A relatively short and easy hike, the Elk River Trail is 3 miles roundtrip. It winds through timber and along the Elk River, and can be extended by connecting with other trails like the Lobo Mesa Trail.

  • Hollow Top Lake Trail: This is a spectacular 12.5-mile roundtrip hike, particularly known for its beauty in the autumn. It's a moderately difficult trail that leads to Hollow Top Lake, which is home to rainbow trout. Hikers can enjoy views of the Spanish Peaks and the Gallatin Valley.

  • Jack Creek Trail: Located in the foothills of Fan Mountain, this trail follows Jack Creek. It's an easy day hike that is great for late-spring adventures, with wildflowers and wildlife sightings.

  • Helmet and Sphinx Mountain Trail: If you're looking for a challenge, this is a difficult 10.7-mile out-and-back trail with a significant elevation gain.

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