Murdoch’s Ranch & Home Supply
Montana’s durable general mercantile—brand outdoor gear, workwear, and farm supplies.
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Look for durable items from YETI, Traeger, STIHL, and Ariat.
Verify prices between online and in-store to avoid discrepancies.
Weekdays offer calmer browsing; holiday periods may extend to 8 PM.
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Utility-focused ranch supply stop for gear, feed, and hardware. Stock covers animal feed, tack, fencing, and garden gear under one roof. No-frills practicality for real park life.
Ranch supply store for animal feed & tack, tools, clothing & shoes, hardware, fencing & garden gear.
Quick facts
- Shop Type
- General Store
- Products Sold
- Apparel, Home Goods, Sporting Goods, Power Equipment, Tools and Hardware, Pet Supplies, Livestock and Agriculture, Equine, Automotive and ATV, Toys
- Signature Items
- Husqvarna and STIHL power equipment with on-site repair/warranty service
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Worth a stop on your route?
Why stop
- Why Shop Here
- Wide selection of durable brand-name gear, knowledgeable staff, and a single stop for outdoor, farm, and home needs.
What you can find
- Gift Categories
- Apparel
- Home goods
- Sporting goods
- Power Equipment
- Tools and Hardware
- Pet Supplies
- Livestock and Agriculture
- Equine
- Automotive & ATV
- Toys
- Clothing Categories
- Workwear
- Outdoor clothing
- Footwear
- Accessories
Practical fit en route
- Best Time To Visit
- Weekdays offer calmer browsing; holiday periods may extend to 8 PM.
- Operating Hours
- Monday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
- Friday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
What it sells
- Shop Type
- General Store
- Products Sold
- Apparel, Home Goods, Sporting Goods, Power Equipment, Tools and Hardware, Pet Supplies, Livestock and Agriculture, Equine, Automotive and ATV, Toys
- Signature Items
- Husqvarna and STIHL power equipment with on-site repair/warranty service
- Brands Carried
- Patagonia, YETI, Filson, Pendleton, Traeger, STIHL, Husqvarna, Milwaukee, DeWalt, Ariat, Oboz, Baffin, Crocs, Leupold, Henry Repeating Arms, Champion Power Equipment
Visit details
- Seasonal Hours
- Open year-round; hours vary, with extended holiday hours up to 8 PM
- Closed Days
- New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas
- Parking Available
- Yes
- Parking Details
- Ample parking available.
- Accessibility
- Committed to website accessibility; in-store accessibility details not provided.
- Store Size
- Sprawling emporium
- Layout Description
- Sprawling, organized mercantile with clear sections for apparel, home goods, sporting gear, power equipment, and livestock supplies.
Policies & services
- Payment Methods
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Cash
Planning advice
- Tips Advice
- Seek Husqvarna and STIHL power gear; on-site repair and warranty service available.
- Compare online vs in-store prices to avoid discrepancies.
- Ask staff about Montana-made and durable workwear options when planning outfits.
- Look for Traeger grills and YETI coolers for practical, long-lasting gear.
- Family Friendly Notes
- Family-friendly; stroller access typical for a store of this size
- Nearby Facilities
- Located in Columbia Falls, MT; convenient for Glacier National Park access.
More details
- Price Range Category
- Budget to Investment
- Price Examples
- Traeger Ranger Pellet Grill: $479.99, YETI Roadie 15 Hard Cooler: $200, STIHL BR 800 C-E Z Magnum Blower: $699.99, Ariat Men's Silversmith Square Toe Slipper: $74.99, Crocs Kid's Classic Clog: $34.99
- Staff Description
- Knowledgeable, friendly staff available to help.
- Customer Service Vibe
- No-nonsense, helpful, and grounded.
- Shipping Available
- 1
- Shipping Details
- Online store orders can be shipped; details vary by item.
- Online Store
- Yes — an e-commerce site where customers can shop anytime.
- Clothing Style Aesthetic
- Practical, rugged workwear and outdoor-ready styles
- Clothing Size Range
- Standard sizes; availability varies
- Clothing Original Designs
- 1
- Review Summary
- Breadth of option and knowledgeable staff are praised. Price discrepancies between online and in-store purchases surface in some reviews. Overall, a reliable general store for practical gear.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Murdoch's carry power equipment brands?
Yes; the Columbia Falls store is an authorized dealer for Husqvarna and STIHL, with repair and warranty options available.
Is there an online store?
Yes; customers can shop online, but shipping details are not specified.
Are prices consistent with online prices?
Some reviews report price discrepancies between online and in-store purchases.
What categories are stocked?
A broad range including apparel, home goods, sporting goods, tools, pet supplies, livestock and agriculture.
Is there parking available at Murdoch's?
Yes, ample parking is available.
Do they offer service for lawn and garden equipment?
Yes; as an authorized Husqvarna and STIHL dealer, service and warranty work are available.
Can I buy camping gear for a Montana trip here?
Yes; the store stocks wide outdoor gear, including camping and hiking essentials.
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- oreateai.com
- whitefishchamber.org
- murdochs.com
- columbiafallschamber.org
- husqvarna.com
- locally.com
- youtube.com
- recreation.gov
- trustpilot.com
- bbb.org
- indeed.com
- dailyinterlake.com
- madbarn.com
- Google Reviews
- YourNPGuide Editorial
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Last updated December 2025. Report an issue.