About Mineral County, MT

A Superior Lifestyle...At RiverRidge

Superior introduced a new subdivision earlier this year - RiverRidge. What makes this subdivision unique is its amenities - a complete manmade trout ecosystem in its series of beautiful and relaxing ponds, a nature trail, and plenty of open space to enjoy the panoramic scenery including the Clark Fork River, Mountains, and abundant birds and wildlife.

Not Your Ordinary Ponds

The Ponds at RiverRidge were designed by professional stream, wetland, and lake ecosystem and fish hatchery developer, Joseph Urbani & Associates, Inc. Joseph Urbani has been designing and restoring water features for over 30 years and has developed lakes and ponds at some of the most prestigious resorts in the country and for many celebrities including Ted Turner.

The series of ponds at RiverRidge are stocked with trout and have been designed to be not only beautiful and relaxing, but also to be biologically functioning, ecologically diverse, and natural - requiring little or no maintenance. They even created a spawning bed and brought in specific insects - Note the blue damsel flies along the pond - a delicacy for trout.

The water to the ponds continually circulates through the use of a waterfall and a pump system. A creek connects the ponds and is ideal for spawning. The ponds were developed to create an optimum trout habitat with carefully placed rocks, plants, and tree stumps. The final ponds will also feature natural landscaping around the exterior.

A Nature Trail, Plenty of Common Area and an Amazing Location!

RiverRidge also offers residents a nature trail and more than 2.9 acres of common areas. All of this and the development overlooks the Clark Fork River - one of Montana's most prized fly fishing rivers and home to some of the world's best whitewater in the Alberton Gorge!

And, if you enjoy birds and wildlife, RiverRidge is the place for you! Existing residents have reported seeing upwards of 76 different varieties of birds including bald eages, osprey, and blue heron! Whitetail deer, beavers, and other animals also frequent the area.

All of this and you're located in Superior, Montana - an outdoorsman's paradise! More than 70% of the county is government owned, meaning that it is U.S. Forest Service or State lands, allowing for miles and miles of natural forest and recreational opportunities!

Lots at RiverRidge start at only $39,000! An unbelievable price - and Owner Financing is available! We also offer Land/Home packages starting at $230,000! RiverRidge also offers and Optional Condo Association if you are seeking low maintenance living!

For More Information on RiverRidge or to schedule a tour, contact Kevin & Monica Ray of Access Realty at 406-207-1185 or visit us online at www.RiverRidgeMT.com.

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Kevin & Monica Ray are real estate sales and marketing professionals for Access Realty in beautiful Superior Montana. For more information on Western Montana, they can be reached at 406-207-1185 or online at www.YourMT.com.

Earlier this summer we took a drive to Hoo Doo Pass near Superior, Montana. This is an amazing drive with breathtaking views from every side.

On the way you drive along a local favorite of fly fishermen - Trout Creek - which is rich in Trout, of course. The road leads you up a wide canyon. Along the way, you pass the trailhead for Heart Lake - a great day hiking trail.

Hoo Doo Pass is at the Montana / Idaho border and has a beautiful alpine feeling. There is also a trailhead for Hoo Doo Lake which I am told is one of the most amazing alpine lakes in the area - this will be on our list to do before summer ends!

Before going to Hoo Doo Pass or Hoo Doo Lake, be prepared for snow, these pictures were taken in July and as you can see from the bottom one, there is still snow on the ground.

Hoodoo Lake Trail (111) is a good trail for berry picking (late July, early August). Hoodoo Lake is a pretty alpine lake just under the top of the divide. Fishing is also supposed to be good at Hoo Doo Lake.

Length: 2.3 miles
Trail Begins: Forest Road 250 at Hidden Creek
Trail Ends: State Line Trail 738

Area Map: Lolo Forest Visitors Map
USGS Map1: Hoodoo Pass
Township 14N; Range 27W; Section 3

To get to Hoo Doo pass, you take Diamond Road East from Superior and follow it up Trout Creek.

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Kevin & Monica Ray are real estate sales and marketing professionals for Streamside Realty in beautiful Western Montana. For more information on Western Montana, they can be reached at 406-207-1185 or online at www.YourMT.com.

Mineral County, Montana (MT) is an amazing place to live and work. We are surrounded by National Forest and the Clark Fork River flows through most of the County. Mineral County boasts 87 miles of river, 650 miles of streams, more than 45 pristine mountain lakes, 400+ miles of hiking trails. Not to mention the world famous whitewater rapids through the Alberton Gorge. Needless to say, Mineral County is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise

Want to learn more about Mineral County and its communities of Superior - the County Seat, St. Regis, Alberton, Deborgia, Haugan, Lozeau, and Saltese?

Then visit www.mymineralcounty.com, the only local Blog dedicated to the area. 

MyMineralCounty.com features information on local:

• businesses,
• schools,
• events,
• organizations,
• real estate,
• recreational opportunities, and
• more!

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Kevin & Monica Ray are real estate sales and marketing professionals for Streamside Realty in beautiful Western Montana. For more information on Western Montana, they can be reached at 406-207-1185 or online at www.YourMT.com.

The Superior School System serves the towns of Superior, Tarkio, and surrounding areas. For information on the Elementary, Junior High School, or High School, visit the NCES - the National Center for Education Statistics.

The School is located at: 1003 5th Ave E., Superior, MT 59872 (406) 822-3600 and their website is located at: http://www.sd3.k12.mt.us/.

On their website you can find information about:

• faculty and staff,
• an events calendar, and
• lunch menu, and
• information on bus routes.

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Kevin & Monica Ray are real estate sales and marketing professionals for Streamside Realty in beautiful Western Montana. For more information on Western Montana, they can be reached at 406-207-1185 or online at www.YourMT.com.

Haugan is about five miles from the Idaho border. The town was named for H. G. Haugan, land commissioner and comptroller for the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad. Haugan was established and maintained as a pusher station for trains ascending the Coeur d'Alene Mountain grade. (from Cheney's Names on the Face of Montana, Mountain Press Publishing Company) Today, the area offers plenty of outdoor sporting opportunities, including big game hunting, hiking, biking, fishing, and horseback riding.

At the historic Savenac Nursery, visitors can learn the story of how millions of trees changed the future of our national forests. Established in 1907, Savenac was once one of the largest US Forest Service tree nurseries in the United States, producing 12 million seedlings annually to reforest national forests throughout the country. Although the nursery is no longer used to produce seedlings, the site remains intact it was designated a National Historic Site in July 2000. Today, visitors can wander along interpretive trails through forests that were once seed beds, explore an arboretum featuring gifted trees such as the Japanese larch, or just have a lazy picnic under Montana's blue sky.

Haugan is halfway between Missoula, Montana and Spokane, Washington. Haugan is also very close to Lookout Pass Ski Area, which offers great skiing experience. Early and regular snows that tend to be light and fun to ski. Lookout has 444 skiable acres and 23 runs, two terrain parks, and 25k of cross-country and snowshoeing. Lookout has a full-service lodge with food, bar, rentals, and lessons as well.

For more information on Haugan, contact Kevin & Monica Ray at Streamside Realty at 406-207-1185 or to search local listings, visit www.YourMT.com.

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Kevin & Monica Ray are real estate sales and marketing professionals for Streamside Realty in beautiful Western Montana. For more information on Western Montana, they can be reached at 406-207-1185 or online at www.YourMT.com.