Our roots run deep in this valley we call home.

Benefitting our community for generations to come.

Together, we can protect the place we all love.

Since 1997, the Bitter Root Land Trust has been working closely with landowners, farming and ranching families, partner organizations, local businesses, and community members to protect the extraordinary rural landscape and open lands that make this region of western Montana so special.

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acres conserved

12,706

Acres of open land in the Bitterroot Valley conserved by local families, including working farms & ranches and habitat for wildlife movement

Total Projects

59

Number of conservation projects completed to date in partnership with Bitterroot Valley landowners

River & Streams

45

Miles of cold, mountain freshwater river and creek frontage kept undeveloped and green

Nature parks

203

Acres of riverfront community parklands with nature trails

How can I help?

Your efforts are vital to preserving the valley we all love.