Mineral rights in Valley County, Montana
Valley County is a quieter corner of Montana's mineral market, with 3 permits in the last 24 months — which can mean motivated owners and less buyer competition.
- 3
- Permits · 24 mo
- 16.7%
- Avg lease royalty
steady vs prior 24 months
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Valley County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Hell Creek Crude LLC | 3 |
What the record says
Valley County recorded 3 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 3 in the prior 24 months. Activity centers on the Williston basin.
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Valley County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Valley County, Montana?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Hell Creek Crude LLC. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Valley County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Valley County average about 16.7% royalty. Individual terms vary with acreage position, competition, and the operator — treat this as a market reference point, not a quote.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Valley County?
Start with the Valley County clerk's deed records and the county appraisal roll, then verify against state regulator filings. Our title search guide walks through the process, and the Mineral Eagle platform links these records for the whole county.
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