What Wilderness Club Montana does

Wilderness Club Montana operates a 550-acre private resort in Eureka, Montana, minutes from Kootenai National Forest. The property is anchored by an 18-hole Sir Nick Faldo-designed championship golf course ranked #1 in Montana (Golfweek 2018, 2022, 2026) and #57 in America (Golf Digest, September 2025). Recreational infrastructure includes a 21-acre non-motorized Wilderness Lake (kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing), a family water park with two saltwater pools, a 250-foot waterslide, splash pad, and saltwater hot tub, and a sports park offering basketball, pickleball, beach volleyball, soccer, disc golf, and tennis. Lodging consists of Wilderness Suites (up to 4 guests, indoor fireplaces, patios) and a Luxury Cottage Collection (Juniper Studio through Villa Four Bedroom, sleeping up to 13 guests, with cedar hot tubs, wood-burning fireplaces, full kitchens, and decks). On-site dining is provided at Wilderness Grille (full-service, seasonally 7 days/week) and Snack Shack, with a recent chef transition to John Walton and Cheryl Bonifacio.

The business operates a hybrid hospitality-and-real estate revenue model. Recurring revenue streams include lodging (suites, cottages, with 8% Montana hotel tax and $50 base resort fee plus $12.50 per additional guest), golf tee-time fees and pro shop sales (April-October season), F&B transactions, and corporate/event bookings (capacity for 50-100 overnight guests and up to 250 attendees). A separate real estate vertical sells Estate Homes (1,767-5,084 sq ft), Wilderness Cottages (studio to two-bedroom, priced from the high $200,000s), and quarter-share ownership (12 weeks/year in fully furnished four-bedroom homes), supported by an optional rental management program and a strategic Registry Collection exchange affiliation spanning 450+ properties globally. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via the company website, phone reservations (406-296-8264), and dedicated inquiry forms, with golf tee times routed through ezlinksgolf.com. Marketing includes Google Ads and Facebook remarketing, email newsletters, and content marketing through a blog. The company is privately held with no disclosed parent, funding rounds, or enterprise anchor customers, and a stated headcount of 51-100 employees.

Name

Wilderness Club Montana

Legal name

Wilderness Club Resort

Website

https://wildernessclubmontana.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Wilderness Club Montana operates a 550-acre private resort in Eureka, MT, offering a Sir Nick Faldo-designed golf course, luxury suites and cottages, a water park, and a 21-acre lake. It serves leisure families, golf enthusiasts, corporate groups, and real estate buyers via direct booking and on-property amenities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mountain resort hospitality

NAICS

Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), Golf Courses and Country Clubs (71391)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Hotels & Motels (7011), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Mountain & Alpine Lodges (THAGAIAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Mountain & Adventure All-Inclusive Resorts (THAGAKAH)

Keywords

• Luxury resort lodging
• Championship golf course
• Mountain vacation rentals
• Resort real estate sales
• Corporate retreat venue

Headquarters

HQ city

Eureka

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Lodging Accommodations: Revenue from cabin, cottage, and suite rentals including Wilderness Suites (up to 4 guests), Luxury Cottages (up to 13 guests), and specialty units. Pricing includes Montana State Hotel tax (8%) and resort fee ($50 base, $12.50 per additional guest over 4).
2. Golf Course Operations: Tee time fees and golf-related revenue including pro shop merchandise, club rentals, and golf cart rentals. Course open April through October.
3. Food & Beverage: On-site dining through Wilderness Grille (breakfast, lunch, dinner), Snack Shack, and beverage cart service. Room charging available for dining.
4. Real Estate Sales: Custom-built homes, luxury cottages, and lots for sale within the 550-acre resort community. Includes quarter-share properties (12 weeks/year) and rental management program.
5. Events & Meetings: Corporate retreats, business seminars, private events, and golf tournaments hosted at resort venues including lakeside setting and sports park.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Wilderness Club Montana operates a 550-acre luxury mountain resort in Eureka, Montana offering lodging (Wilderness Suites and Luxury Cottages), a Sir Nick Faldo-designed championship 18-hole golf course, a saltwater water park, a 21-acre non-motorized lake, a sports park, on-site dining (Wilderness Grille), event venues, and an integrated residential real estate program including quarter-share ownership and rental management.

Product overview

Wilderness Club Montana is a 550-acre mountain resort in Eureka, MT offering a portfolio of interconnected hospitality products. Its flagship offering is The Wilderness Golf Course, a Sir Nick Faldo-designed 18-hole championship course ranked #1 in Montana and #57 in America (Golf Digest 2025). Accommodation options center on two distinct lodging collections: the Wilderness Suites (snug, sophisticated suites for up to 4 guests with indoor fireplaces and patios) and the Luxury Cottages (rustic-luxe retreats ranging from Juniper Studio to Villa Four Bedroom, sleeping up to 13 guests with cedar hot tubs, fireplaces, and full kitchens). Recreational amenities include the Wilderness Waterpark (two saltwater pools, 250-ft waterslide, splash pad, hot tub), the Wilderness Sports Park (basketball, pickleball, volleyball, disc golf), and the 21-acre non-motorized Wilderness Lake (kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming). On-site dining is available through Wilderness Grille (full-service restaurant) and the Snack Shack (casual counter service). The resort also offers Golf Groups packages, the Salute to Service military discount, and a real estate program for home ownership with rental management. Meeting and event venues include the Lakeside Venue and Sports Park for corporate retreats, golf events, and private celebrations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Wilderness Grille: On-site restaurant offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner with seasonal hours.
• The Wilderness Golf Course
• Wilderness Water Park

Products and services

• Wilderness Suites Mountain retreat suites accommodating up to 4 guests, featuring indoor fireplaces, outdoor patios with panoramic Montana landscape views, master bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, and optional access to a fully equipped living and kitchen area. Suite types include Deluxe Wilderness Suite 1 (Garden View, 2 Queen Beds), Deluxe Wilderness Suite 2 (Garden View, 2 Queen Beds), Deluxe Wilderness Suite 3 (Garden View, 1 King Bed), and Wilderness Suite 4 (Garden View, 2 Queen Beds).
• Luxury Cottages Rustic-luxe cottage accommodations sleeping up to 13 guests, ranging from studios to four-bedroom villas with amenities including cedar hot tubs, wood-burning fireplaces, fully-equipped kitchens, BBQ areas, outdoor decks, fire pits, and optional outdoor showers. Luxury Cottages require a minimum 3-night stay.
• The Wilderness Golf Course 18-hole championship golf course designed by Sir Nick Faldo, rated the #1 golf course in Montana by Golfweek 2026 and #57 in America by Golf Digest (September 2025). Spans over 7,200 yards with four tee box positions from 5,431 to 7,200+ yards, an all-grass driving range, a 9,000 sq. ft. putting green, and a 7,000 sq. ft. pitching green with deep-faced bunker. Open April through October.
• Wilderness Waterpark Family-friendly water park featuring two saltwater pools, a 250-foot waterslide, a splash pad with squirting water streams, a saltwater hot jacuzzi, poolside cabanas, lounge chairs, and poolside food and beverage service. Reserved exclusively for resort guests and members; open seasonally.
• Wilderness Sports Park Outdoor recreation amenity featuring a full-size basketball court, two pickleball courts, two tennis courts, a regulation-size beach volleyball court, soccer and lawn sports field, amphitheater, picnic pavilion areas, and walking trails. Accommodates croquet, bocce, corn hole, and lawn games.
• Championship Disc Golf Course 18-hole championship disc golf course designed by five-time world disc champion Charles Richard, located around the southern area of the resort property with alternate pin locations on many holes. Open to the public at $5 per person (cash only); complimentary for resort guests and members.
• Wilderness Grille On-site restaurant open seasonally 7 days a week serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Menu features appetizers (Beer Battered Onion Rings, Bam Bam Shrimp, Glazed Chicken Wings), entrees (Sirloin Steak, 8oz Sockeye Salmon, Osso Bucco), and desserts (Rustic Apple Tart, Molten Lava Cake).
• Snack Shack Casual on-site dining option open daily from 11:00am to 7:00pm, offering light bites and snacks for resort guests.
• Wilderness Lake 21-acre non-motorized lake at the center of the resort offering paddleboarding, kayaking, swimming, and fishing among resident fish and turtles. Free kayak, paddleboard, life preserver, and floating pad rentals provided to guests.
• Tee Time Booking Online and phone-based tee time reservation service for the Wilderness Golf Course, with bookings available through the resort website or directly via the third-party ezlinksgolf.com platform and phone at (406) 296-8264.
• Real Estate at Wilderness Club 550-acre resort community offering custom-built homes including Estate Homes (1,767 to 5,084 sq. ft., up to 16 guests), quarter-share homes (12 weeks/year, fully furnished 4-bedroom), and Wilderness Cottages (studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom designs). Optional Wilderness Rental Management program and Registry Collection exchange membership (450+ properties across six continents) available.
• Lakeside Venue Outdoor event venue situated just yards from Lake Koocanusa, offering mountain scenery for private events, corporate retreats, weddings, and gatherings.
• Golf Groups packages Golf travel packages for buddy trips, corporate retreats, tournaments, and annual golf weekends that combine accommodation in Wilderness Suites or Luxury Cottages with access to the championship golf course and tailored group experiences.
• Salute to Service Package Military appreciation offer providing active-duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces with a 10% discount on their resort stay. Valid military ID required at check-in.

Quantifiable outcome

• #1 Golf Course in Montana (Golf Week 2022, 2026, 2018) and Golf Digest rankings (#42 nationally 2022, #57 nationally 2025)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ezlinksgolf.comcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThird-party golf tee time booking platform powering online reservations for The Wilderness Golf Course. Guests directed to ezlinksgolf.com for booking tee times.
• SquareminorOthersPayment processing service for secure handling of credit card transactions. PCI-DSS compliant payment processor for resort transactions.
• Google Ads (AdWords)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerGoogle advertising platform used for remarketing campaigns to website visitors through Google's advertising network.
• FacebookminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSocial media and advertising platform used for remarketing campaigns and social media marketing to resort guests.
• Registry CollectioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExclusive worldwide exchange program with over 450 properties across six continents. Wilderness Club property owners can join to trade vacation weeks for stays at properties globally.
• Glacier National ParkminorOthersNearby national park spanning 1,500+ square miles with 734 miles of hiking trails, 762 lakes, 175 mountains and 26 glaciers. Featured as nearby attraction for resort guests.
• Kootenai National ForestminorOthersAdjacent 2.2 million acre national forest with forests, rivers, reservoirs, and glacial lakes bordering Canada. Direct access from resort property.
• Lake KoocanusaminorOthers90-mile reservoir offering boating, fishing for rainbow trout and kokanee salmon. Located 0.3 miles from resort. Featured as nearby attraction.
• Whitefish Mountain Ski ResortminorOthersSki and snowboard resort offering 3,000 acres of skiable terrain in Flathead National Forest. Recommended as nearby winter destination for resort guests.
• Fernie Alpine ResortminorOthersCanadian ski resort in British Columbia with 142 ski runs and 2,500+ acres of skiable terrain. Rocky Mountain views and nearly equal balance of beginner, intermediate, and advanced terrain.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Paws Up, Montana: 37,000-acre luxury wilderness ranch resort in Greenough, MT offering luxury homes/cabins, multiple restaurants, and extensive outdoor recreation. Comparable as a high-end Montana destination resort targeting affluent families and groups with bundled outdoor amenities.
• Lone Mountain Ranch: Orvis-endorsed guest ranch in Big Sky, MT offering cabin lodging, dining, and outdoor programming. Comparable as a Montana resort combining rustic-luxe cabin accommodations with bundled outdoor activities for families and couples.
• Spanish Peaks Mountain Club: Private mountain community in Big Sky, MT with Tom Weiskopf-designed golf course, clubhouse, and ski-in/ski-out access. Comparable bundle of real estate ownership, championship golf, and Montana mountain resort amenities.
• Meadow Lake Resort & Spa: Montana resort in Columbia Falls with lodge rooms, condos, restaurant, spa, and an 18-hole golf course (Meadow Lake Golf Resort). Directly comparable mid-sized destination resort combining lodging, golf, and family amenities in the Flathead Valley.
• The Lodge at Whitefish Lake: Lakeside Montana resort in Whitefish offering suites/cottages, on-site dining, and a championship golf course (Whitefish Lake Golf Club). Closest comparable: similar size, mountain/lake setting, lodging + golf + amenities bundle, and shared regional guest base in NW Montana.
• Triple Creek Ranch: Relais & Châteaux-affiliated all-inclusive luxury ranch resort in Darby, MT with private cabins and curated outdoor programming. Comparable premium Montana lodging experience competing for the same affluent leisure-travel guest.
• The Ranch at Rock Creek: Luxury guest ranch in Philipsburg, MT offering lodge rooms, private homes, and a range of outdoor activities. Comparable as a high-end Montana destination resort with mixed lodging types and bundled experience pricing.

Broad incumbents

• Whitefish Mountain Resort: Major Montana ski resort with lodging base area and on-mountain amenities. Overlapping regional guest pool and cross-promotion opportunity; differs by being ski- rather than golf-anchored.
• Big Sky Resort: Large-scale Montana mountain resort with extensive ski operations, lodging, dining, and golf (Big Sky Resort Golf Course). Comparable as a Montana destination resort combining lodging with golf and signature outdoor recreation, but materially larger and ski-anchored.

Regional players

• Glacier Park Lodge (Glacier Park Collection): Historic lodge inside Glacier National Park offering rooms, cabins, dining, and activities. Comparable as a Montana wilderness lodge experience, but located inside a national park rather than adjacent to one.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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