McAllister, MT

Tucked along the western shores of Ennis Lake in southwestern Montana, McAllister offers quiet rural living with wide-open mountain views. Home to fewer than 300 residents, this peaceful Madison Valley community feels secluded yet sits just six miles north of Ennis along Route 287. That gives locals easy access to dining, schools, and grocery stores while keeping everyday life calm and unhurried. With world-class fly fishing on the Madison River, boating on the lake, and plenty of elbow room, McAllister is an appealing spot for anyone drawn to the outdoors.