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Mason Morse Ranch Company

Redden Ranch is a sustainable mountain ranching operation with free water flowing from the mountains every year together with high mountain pasture to graze cattle on natures nutritious grasses every summer. Redden Ranch consists of 987+/- acres and represents a drought proof fourth-generation cattle ranching operation that has sustained the family for 70+ years. The home ranch consists of nearly 987 acres of deeded land located in the Ohio Creek Valley north of Gunnison. The ranch holds a 345 head grazing allotment at the headwaters of Carbon Creek. Livestock are trailed seasonally from the home ranch to the grazing allotment. During that time, the meadows are irrigated from excellent priority water rights and hay is harvested to sustain the herd during the winter. Cattle return from the mountain pasture to graze the aftermath in the hay meadows at which time the calves are weaned to complete the harvest of some of Americas beef. Generations of ranch families still exist in Gunnison County and owning a ranch here allows one to be with nature year-round. Recreation abounds in this area with access to hunting, fishing, skiing, hiking, and horseback riding to name a few of the favored activities.

LOCATION
Redden Ranch is located about 8 miles from town at 5048 County Road 730, Gunnison, CO 81230.  The ranch has nearly one mile of frontage along paved CR 730, providing excellent access.

LOCALE
Gunnison County lies in the heart of Colorados Western Slope. Properties sometimes become available generationally, as is the case of the Carbon Peak Ranch, parts of which have been family-owned for over 80 years. Ranching and western traditions run deep in Gunnison where Cattlemans Days, the longest continuous running rodeo in the USA, has been a community tradition since 1900.  

As is the case for many mountain properties, silver, gold and coal mining were prevalent and an abandoned mine site lies on the property allowing one to peer back into the history of early day mining.

Gunnison County is a central hub for outdoor recreation with numerous opportunities for  hunting, fishing, hiking, birding, camping, biking, skiing, boating and windsurfing, to name a few.

Gunnison is the county seat and home to Western State Colorado University, Gunnison Valley Health Hospital and Gunnison County Airport, with its 10,000-foot runway offering various flights to major airports. The nearby Blue Mesa Reservoir is the largest reservoir in Colorado offering a multitude of water recreation activities. Crested Butte also lies within the county and has acclaimed national status as a destination resort, both summer and winter. A good portion of West Elk Wilderness lies in Gunnison County and is accessible for world class hiking and camping. Ohio Creek remains relatively undisturbed from development due to many conservation protected ranch properties in the valley. The property lies in Game Unit 54 and over the counter tags are available for some of the seasons.

ACREAGE
With 987 acres of deeded land backing to thousands of acres of Gunnison National Forest grazing rights, the ranch represents a sustainable 350 animal unit operation.  The lands include two parcels, the Headquarters parcel (507.87 acres) and the North Home Ranch parcel (480 acres).  The Headquarters parcel includes about 280 acres of irrigated lands from which produces approximately 2 Tons per acre of Native mountain hay.  The meadows produce timothy, clover, wheatgrass and fescues while the upland grazing consists of various wheatgrass, fescue and buffalo grass intermixed with sagebrush.   The deeded lands are fenced into multiple pastures and are in excellent condition.

The Gunnison National Forest Allotment authorizes use from June 15 to October 7 and is known as the Castleton Allotment and permitted through 2027.  The mountain forest permit produce Bluegrass, Wheatgrass, Fescue, Needlegrasses and other dryland species.  The Castleton Allotment consists of 11 pastures and a reverse rotational use provides the successive use from year to year.  The range improvements on the grazing allotment are extensive with about 20 miles of fence, 16 springs and 13 ponds.
CONSERVATION PROTECTED
The deeded lands are protected by an easement with the Cattlemens Agricultural Land Trust.  The easement prohibits development and subdivision but allows replacement of the ranch headquarters as well as one future building complex at one of three selected sites.

WATER RIGHTS
Redden Ranch is blessed with significant irrigation water rights from two primary ditches; Teachout Ditch and Mesa Ditch.   In total the ranch owns 60.74 CFS of water rights in these two ditches of which 10.82 is senior water rights.  The senior water rights for the Teachout Ditch amount to 6.735CFS with Appropriation dates ranging from 1880 to 1889 which insure the delivery of free water even in dry years.  The Mesa Ditch offers 4.40 CFS with Appropriation dates from 1899 to 1901.  The water rights have been used continuously for over a century and the head gates and conveyance ditches are in good condition having been properly maintained. The ranch has four wells, one for each home, one for the livestock corrals and one at the newer equipment shed.

IMPROVEMENTS
West Red Mountain Ranch is blessed with vintage mountain ranch improvements that provide the basis for operating a cattle operation in the Rocky Mountains. A description of the improvements is as follows:

MAIN RESIDENCE  Built in 1920, this 1.5 story, 2,582 square foot home with enclosed porch, is wood framed with a metal roof on a concrete foundation with hot water BB heat & wood stove.  The large kitchen opens to the dining area and is the focal point in the house.  It has its own private well and septic system

MANAGERS QUARTERS  This log home has one-bedroom, one-bath house built in 1891 has a recently added enclosed porch.  It is 608 square feet with a metal roof with a functional floor plan.  Other recent remodeling includes flooring, painting, windows & kitchen update.

EQUIPMENT BUILDING  Constructed of D-logs in 1966, has a concrete floor, electrical service and metal roof.  Approximately 620 square feet.

GARAGE  Near the equipment/workshop building this slab log constructed garage with metal roof was built in 1948 with original concrete floor and electrical service.  

BARN  Also built in 1948, a mix of chinked log and board siding, this old barn has a galvanized metal roof and lots of old barnwood.

BARREL/ROPING ARENA  130 x 240 with pen, chutes and return alley, the outdoor arena is constructed of wooden posts/rail tie timbers and metal panels.

LIVESTOCK CORRAL FENCING  located east of the barn and down the alley to the calving and bull shed is post and pipe.

BULL AND CALVING SHED  Two livestock buildings for calving and bull sheds.  The calving shed is cinderblock construction with a metal roof.  The bull shed is wood framed with wood siding and a metal roof.

OUT BUILDINGS  There are a number of utility, livestock and accessory buildings with varying agesn, usefulness and contributory value.  

EQUIPMENT SHOP  The newest of all buildings on the ranch, constructed in 2013, is located on the west side of County Road 730, has pre-finished metal exterior walls and roof, multiple windows, an overhead and sliding door and a partial concrete slab.  A well and electricity serves the building, however the building does not meet setbacks from CR 730 and is limited in its potential.

UTILIY STORAGE BUILDING  Also with electrical service, it is estimated at 936 sq ft and built in 1948, wood sided and galvanized metal roof, multiple sections are currently used for storage.  The front two sections have concrete flooring and the middle section is wood flooring.  

SUMMARY
A true intact mountain cattle ranch operation becomes rarer every day.  Even more rare, the Redden Ranch is being offered to the public for the first time in over 70 years.  Redden Ranch offers a solid ranch operation with excellent water rights, hay production meadows, summer grazing capacity and solid operational improvements.  The Ohio Creek valley is largely conservation protected and therefore will retain its true Colorado ranching look and feel for generations ahead.  The ranch borders National Forest lands and holds a pristine allotment that allows one to ride all summer in a wildlife sanctuary watching the trophy class animals mature through the season.
  

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Eagle Land Brokerage

Bear Claw Ranch - a 400 acre, western Colorado mountain property that checks all the boxes: year-round access, alpine vegetation, private live water, multiple ponds, two cabins, installed utilities, and breathtaking views. This indefectible oasis is located about 30 miles from either Montrose or Ridgway, Colorado, within the coveted Cimarron area.

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M4 Ranch Group

Pleasant View Ranch, located 23 miles east of Gunnison, Colorado, spans 10,853 acres, including 960 deeded acres and 9,893 Forest Service and BLM lease acres. This property offers a unique opportunity for hunters and outdoor adventurers seeking a productive agricultural ranch with exceptional recreational potential.

Tomichi Creek winds through the southern meadows of the ranch, providing year-round live water and creating a lush habitat for rainbow, cutthroat, and brown trout. The 300 irrigated acres produce 400 tons of native grass hay annually, supporting thriving wildlife populations. Situated in GMU 551, the ranch offers excellent hunting for elk and mule deer, with landowner preference mule deer tags and over-the-counter elk licenses available.

The ranch's improvements, located just off the south side of Highway 50, include a three-bedroom, two-bathroom ranch house, barn, livestock sheds, corrals, and a garage. Originally constructed in 1929, the house has been updated for modern comfort while retaining its historic charm. Other improvements include a privacy fence, custom dog run, steel pipe corrals, hay storage, and a newer garage.

The property benefits from a Bureau of Land Management lease of 1,050 +/- acres and two Forest Service leases totaling 8,850 +/- acres. Grazing lease dates for the BLM range from 5/23 to 7/10 for 25 AUMs, and the Forest Service leases span from 6/1 to 9/30 for 200 AUMs.

The heavily irrigated hay meadows are protected by a conservation easement held by the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, allowing hunting, fishing, farming, and recreation while preserving the land's natural beauty. The easement permits the repair or replacement of existing improvements and the construction of an additional residence and guest bunkhouse.

The ranch supports populations of elk, mule deer, Gunnison sage grouse, mountain lions, coyotes, foxes, black bears, bobcats, ducks, and geese. It borders thousands of acres of public land, including access to National Forest land and the 1.7 million-acre Gunnison National Forest. Nearby recreational attractions include the Fossil Ridge Wilderness, Curecanti National Recreation Area, and multiple large reservoirs.

Contact us today to learn more, schedule a viewing, or make an offer. Your adventure begins here.


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Fay Ranches Inc

Ragged Mountain Ranch is the quintessential Colorado mountain ranch located on McClure Pass, a little over an hour from Aspen Airport and Snowmass and only 35 minutes to the town of Carbondale, Colorado. Ranches of this size are rare in Colorado, close to resort communities. With extensive National Forest border, water rights, seasonal creeks, irrigated hay fields, dark timber, aspen groves, and several elegantly restored ranch cabins, there is nothing like this ranch, with this proximity to world-class resort towns.

Stunning views of Ragged Mountain and Chair Mountain from everywhere on the ranch offer the opportunity for many possible trophy homesites with existing underground electricity. The restored cabins on the ranch are each defined by their character and history. Immediately upon entering the ranch sits the old post office. This fully restored cabin was once an actual post office. Next up as you drive through the ranch are the twin set of pristine Beuten cabins that would be excellent for housing hunters, guests, or ranch staff. The current main house is known as the Clathis House and though modest, has six bedrooms and majestic views. There is a large shop building and a ranch managers residence also. A hunting cabin and bunk room round out the improvements.

The elk and mule deer hunting is superb, with large herds of elk and solitary big bulls and bucks cruising the ranch. Located in over-the-counter GMU 52, hunters may purchase bull elk tags for second and third rifle and archery seasons wherever hunting licenses are sold. Landowner tags for mule deer and other elk seasons may be applied for through the Landowner Preference Program. Two United States Forest Service (USFS) inholdings offer exceptional hunting and recreational opportunities.

There are several gas well pads unobtrusively located on the fringes of the property. Minimal future development is possible depending on market conditions, with potential income in that eventuality. The sellers welcome discussions about this ranch attribute.

There is also an option to buy 2,900 acres in the heart of the ranch known as Ragged Mountain Ranch East.

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Pfister Land Company, LLC

The Waunita Park Ranch, consisting of 6,500 +/- deeded acres, is an exceptional property offered in central Colorado only 26 miles east of Gunnison with a diverse array of features and opportunities. The traditional ranching operations including cow-calf and hay production supported by extensive USFS leases and BLM and State Leases, the Waunita Park Ranch is highly versatile. Spanning from alpine forests and high mountain grass range meadows to sagebrush steppes and highly productive mountain meadow hay land with abundant adjudicated water rights and reservoir storage rights, the property is a haven for diverse activities. This fully staffed ranch includes comprehensive services for operations, housekeeping, groundskeeping, landscaping, and snow removal, ensuring seamless management for new owners. The ranch management plan simplifies the transition process, while the tax and appreciation benefits of large agricultural land holdings add financial incentives. Conservation easement opportunities provide potential cash benefits, and development possibilities range from co-ownership arrangements to traditional development. The ranch boasts outfitting for elk and mule deer hunting, complete with landowner preference licenses, as well as Airbnb potential and facilities suitable for weddings and other events. It also has the potential to serve as a membership community amenity ranch, featuring a rod and gun club. The nearby Wanita Hot Springs offers additional guest ranch services, including geothermal hot springs, horseback riding, four-wheeling, and snowmobiling. Such ranches are increasingly rare, making this an exceptional buy-and-hold investment for families or corporate entities, with its appreciation alone justifying the initial investment.

The Waunita Park Ranch is situated in the Gunnison Valley, just 26 miles east of Gunnison, Colorado, near the notable Tomichi Dome. The property is surrounded by over 1.6 million acres of Gunnison National Forest, BLM, and state land. Accessible year-round via Highway 50 and County Road 887, a maintained gravel road, the ranch offers convenient access. Gunnison (GUC) provides private and commercial air service with regular flights to Denver, and seasonal flights to Houston and Dallas. The runway is 9,400 by 150. Denver International Airport (DIA), a regional hub for domestic and international flights, is just four hours (215 miles) from the ranch.

The expansive 10,000 square foot main lodge was constructed in 1992, and later completely remodeled, and was designed to accommodate over 20 guests. The commercial kitchen and expansive dining room connecting with the main living room allow for catering to large groups of guests and family. There are several gathering spaces including a spacious living room, a pool table room, a secondary living room off of the primary suite, a smaller dining room attached to the kitchen, and a large mudroom off of the garage with storage and seating. There is an attached 3-car garage along with a separate heated shop with processing facilities and a commercial refrigerator and freezer for game. In addition to the lodge, there are three exceptional guest houses with over 12,000 square feet between them. There are manager's residences, shops and working improvements in several locations on the ranch.

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The Hot Springs Creek Ranch east of Gunnison, Colorado is a scenic, productive hay farm and ranch with immense recreational opportunities.  There are approximately 875 +/- deeded acres and the ranch has historically held a Bureau of Land Management lease of 700 acres.  Hot Springs Creek flows through the property near the existing improvements and provides ample water to the irrigated acreage. The property has produced an average of 350 tons of grass hay annually from approximately 600 irrigated acres. In addition to the hay production, the property has historically supported 100 cow-calf pairs year-round. The adjudicated water rights are further supplemented by additional shares of water from Hot Springs Reservoir which is located on State of Colorado Lease land lying several miles north of the property. The ranch, with the exception of 40 +/- acres, is protected from further development by a conservation easement held by The Nature Conservancy. The existing improvements on the property can be repaired and replaced, in addition to the potential for an owner to build without any easement restrictions on the unencumbered 40-acre tract. Access to the property is provided by County Road 887, which is a maintained, year-round, gravel county road.  The property is surround by Bureau of Land Management land connected to the Gunnison National Forrest providing access to incredible mule deer and elk hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, and ATVing etc. The landowner has historically qualified for mule deer licenses through the Landowner Preference Program in GMU 551 and the area has Over-The-Counter license seasons for elk.

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Mirr Ranch Group

Few places on Earth can match the alpine views from the breathtaking building envelope of the Huntsman Reserve! Unobstructed, protected, views of Chair Mountain and the secluded Ragged Mountain Wilderness are unparalleled in all of Colorado.

Located adjacent to the Roadless Area Gunnison National Forest, the undeveloped foreground views will be virtually protected forever. This exclusive home site on the edge of an Alpine Mesa, behind a locked gate, has been precisely selected to maximize security and privacy, in a wilderness forest setting, for the discriminating homeowner and family.

A recent US President, who stayed at the historic Huntsman Reserve, remarked, I have traveled the world, but never sat in a more beautiful spot on the Earth! He then stood up, looked over the vast wilderness views, and said, What a great Nation!

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The Arrowhead Alpine Ranch contains 315 +/- acres of pristine Colorado backcountry, just south of the Arrowhead subdivision. Springing from the montane beauty are the headwaters of Little Blue Creeks east fork, which meanders lazily through the heart of the ranch. This alpine wetland is flanked on all sides by rolling seas of grass alongside robust stands of quaking aspen and dark timber. The adjacent forest is protected on three sides by BLM and the property qualifies for landowner vouchers (trophy game unit 66). Access is directly off the Alpine Plateau Road which connects the parcel with amenities (regional air service, shopping, and fine dining) in Montrose, Gunnison and Lake City, Colorado.

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Sitting 22 miles east of Montrose, Colorado near Blue Mesa Reservoir is the Little Cimarron Ranch. The Little Cimarron Creek transverses throughout the ranchs borders. Encompassing 65 acres with a varied topography of meadowed bottoms, giant old growth cottonwoods, and pine trees.  Utilities are near, well and septic are required. Offering year-round access, up to 4 building envelopes, and tremendous views of the Big Blue Wilderness Area. The ranch has been replated for a 4-lot subdivision or could be left as a stand-alone ranch.  Convenient to endless ATV trails, whitewater kayaking, boating, and fishing.  Owner financing available to qualified buyers.

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Located in the prestigious shared ranch of Eagle Ridge Ranch, this 35.20 acre undeveloped homestead #4 is ready for you to build your dream home.  A graveled driveway is in place and utilities are at the lot line.

The Eagle Ridge Ranch is 4,900 deeded acres sweeping across the fertile Ohio Creek Valley only 8 miles north of the university town of Gunnison, Colorado. Operated for decades as a productive cattle and hay ranch, the property is now shared by 15 families who seek to steward the ranch for the maintenance of profitable agriculture, land conservation, and enhancement of wildlife values.

Situated at elevations of approximately 8000 to 9800 feet, the ranch encompasses rich hay meadow and cottonwood bottomland in its lower reaches, bordered by rolling sagebrush hills and groves of aspen and spruce at higher elevations. Unspoiled views throughout the ranch are far-reaching and include the remote West Elk Mountains to the west, the rugged Anthracite Range to the north, and Flat Top and Red Mountains to the east.

Amenities available to all owners in Eagle Ridge Ranch are many and varied. Horse lovers will especially appreciate the Equestrian Center with its barn, stables, and corrals. A lifetime of horseback riding is available on the ranch itself and the adjacent Gunnison National Forest. The ranch maintains 2600 acres as a common primitive area open to hunting, horseback riding, and hiking. Two wilderness cabins are available in this area, available by reservation to property owners.

Anglers will cherish the private trout fishing on the 3 miles of Ohio Creek that winds through the heart of ranch. This 20-foot wide stream is a major tributary of the Gunnison River, and holds fat brown and rainbow trout, some in the 16- to 20-inch class. Many carefully-engineered structures maximize prime trout habitat, and the stream is a particular delight for dry fly fishing.

Beyond the ranch proper, nearby outdoor recreational opportunities are nearly endless. The adjacent West Elk Wilderness is home to a huge herd of elk and miles of hiking or horseback riding on its network of trails. World-class river fishing is available only a few miles away on the Gunnison and Taylor Rivers, and Blue Mesa Reservoir offers boating and trolling for lake trout in excess of 50 pounds. Mountain biking is popular throughout the Gunnison Basin, especially in the nearby 6000-acre Hartman Rocks Recreation Area. In the winter, downhill skiing and snowmobiling are about 45 minutes away in Crested Butte, and ice fishing is superb on Blue Mesa Reservoir.

As a pioneer in the Shared Ranch concept, Eagle Ridge Ranch has a proven track record of preserving the best of the West's agricultural heritage while allowing for the self-limited development of caring landowners committed to common conservation values. If joining such a visionary ranch is appealing to you, contact us at M4 Ranch Group soon. We think that Shared Ranch is the smart development wave of the future, and at Eagle Ridge Ranch you can ride that wave today.


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The Quakey Mountain Ranch encompasses approximately 1,768 contiguous deeded acres located in an alpine sagebrush steppe setting in central Colorado, located just 26 miles east of Gunnison. This is a raw land offering with diverse features and multiple opportunities. The ranch supports traditional ranching operations to summer cow-calf pairs or yearlings. The elk and deer hunting is fantastic and the land qualifies for Landowner preference points for mule deer and elk are sold over the counter. The Quakey Mountain Ranch is exceptionally versatile, featuring landscapes that range from alpine forests and high mountain grass range meadows to sagebrush steppes and highly productive mountain meadow hay land. There are adjudicated water rights coursing down Hot Springs Creek which irrigate the high alpine meadows to support grazing and wildlife.

The ranch is a highly desirable development opportunity to parcels varying in size down to thirty-five acres with amazing home sites surrounding the mountain meadow, all with amazing views. Power is nearby and there are existing roads throughout the property, all of which provide access to the Gunnison National Forest. Opportunities for conservation easements provide potential cash benefits, and the propertys development potential includes options ranging from co-ownership or membership in a community amenity ranch, or a more traditional real estate development. The nearby Wanita Hot Springs provides further guest ranch services, including geothermal hot springs, horseback riding, four-wheeling, and snowmobiling. Ranches of this caliber are increasingly rare, making Quakey Mountain Ranch an exceptional buy-and-hold investment or development opportunity.

Monarch Ski Area is minutes away from the ranch for winter activities which include snowmobiling and cross-country skiing, The ranch is an ATV/Four-wheeling enthusiasts dream because of the immediate access to a matrix of trails connecting to virtually everywhere.

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Discover the extraordinary Elk Meadows on Tomichi Creek, a premier property nestled in the heart of the Gunnison Valley with 440 +/- deeded acres only 30 minutes east of Gunnison just a short distance downstream from Sargents near the headwaters of Tomichi Creek. This exceptional retreat offers a productive hay base and features 1.25 miles of both sides of Tomichi Creek, providing unparalleled access to lush meadows and scenic creek banks. The property has historically produced over 400 tons of mountain meadow grass hay.

Elk Meadows boasts incredible views, making it the perfect location for a home site with convenient access to the highway. With no conservation easement, you have the freedom to develop the property as you see fit and the opportunity to take advantage of putting a conservation easement in place is immediate. The resident elk herd adds to the property's charm and offers unique wildlife viewing opportunities. The creek is also home to trout, making it a paradise for fishing enthusiasts. There are also opportunities for stream and fisheries enhancements.

The ranch spans over 1.25 miles along both side of Tomichi Creek, which winds through the mountain hay meadows and hosts thriving populations of brown, rainbow and cutthroat trout. The ranch is located near the headwaters of Tomichi Creek and stays cooler with higher flows. This section of creek is ripe for stream enhancements and fisheries improvements. The additional fishing and live water recreation in the area is truly abundant with the Gunnison River, East River, Taylor River, and the gold-medal Arkansas River. There is no shortage of opportunities to catch quality trout. Blue Mesa Reservoir nearby is known for its Kokanee salmon population as well. The wildlife and big game populations on the property are diverse and immense. Moose, elk, mule deer, antelope and small game all thrive in the meadows and brush along the creek, which provide year-round protection and game habitat. The proximity to hiking, biking, fishing, horseback riding, and hunting on the adjacent public lands, as well as on the ranch, cannot compare.

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Ponderosa Real Estate

1073 Hampton Rd. 
This stunning five-acre property is blanketed with lush aspen and pine trees. Situated in Silverjack Subdivision, its surrounded by thousands of acres of National Forest, making it an ideal location for hunting in Game Unit 65. You'll have exclusive access to several streams and rivers nearby, including Silverjack Reservoir, Blue Mesa Reservoir, and the GoldMedal waters of the Gunnison River. This rare high-country property offers the convenience of electricity services to the property, with the HOA providing domestic water from a shared spring, filtration, and water delivery infrastructure. A septic system is already installed, ready for you to construct your dream cabin! Access to the private subdivision is secured through a locked gate.
Call Chase Girard and Kari Girard  970-729-2399

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The Pleasant View Ranch is a balanced farm and ranch property located in the Tomichi Creek Valley only 23 miles east of Gunnison with 960 +/- deeded acres further benefitted by 9,893 +/- Forest Service and BLM lease acres. Tomichi Creek flows through the meadows on the south of the property and provides year-round live water and habitat for rainbow, cutthroat and brown trout. The ranch has adjudicated water rights for 300 +/- acres of irrigated meadow that has historically produced 400 tons of native grass hay annually. 

The ranch supports thriving populations of elk, mule deer, and Gunnison sage grouse in addition to mountain lions, coyotes, foxes, black bears, bobcats, ducks and geese.  Pleasant View Ranch has historically qualified for deer licenses through the Landowner Preference Program and is located in GMU 551 where Over-the-Counter elk licenses are also available.

Highway 50 provides year-round access to the property and the existing ranch improvements are located on the south side of the highway. The ranch home has 3-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, an office, spacious living room and primary bedroom suite. Other improvements include a barn, open-faced livestock and equipment sheds, corrals and a garage. 

The heavily irrigated hay meadows south of Highway 50 are protected from future development by an agricultural conservation easement held by the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, which allows hunting, fishing, farming and recreating. This portion of the property practically could not have been developed anyway due to the heavy irrigation of the meadows and floodplain along the creek. The easement allows the repair or replacement of the existing improvements and also allows the construction of an additional single-family residence and a guest bunkhouse/residence.

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The Double Heart Ranch offers an unparalleled blend of natural beauty, recreational activities and operational excellence on 11,300 +/- deeded acres in the Gunnison Valley. Unlike many mountain retreats in Colorado, the Double Heart Ranch is a fully functional livestock operation supporting an estimated 1,000 animal units and a hay base producing 2,500 tons of hay annually. The improvements on the ranch are truly remarkable and include a lodge designed to sleep over 20 guests, three additional guest houses in private locations, and five managers houses across the ranch. The Double Heart Ranch boasts thriving wildlife populations and outstanding fishing in over five miles of Tomichi Creek. The landscape of the ranch is truly diverse with expansive meadows and riparian corridors in the lower elevations, sagebrush rangeland for grazing and timbered and aspen-covered mountain pastures. The varied topography supports a diverse habitat ideal for both agricultural production and recreation. The property adjoins national forest and connects to thousands of acres of state and BLM for endless recreational opportunities. The ranch is located near the vibrant mountain towns of Gunnison and Crested Butte, which offer convenient commercial air service, local dining, shopping, and community services, as well as access to a renowned ski area. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a multifaceted ranch with impressive improvements, hay production, incredible live water and fishing, excellent wildlife habitat, and a productive agricultural operation.

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Whetstone Mountain Ranch, high in the West Elk Mountains near Crested Butte, Colorado, youll not only be away from it all, but also above it all. This 1,243.55 acre wilderness ranch for sale boasts sweeping views of the magnificent Ohio Creek Valley that will be shared only by you and the eagles. If youre interested in having your nearest neighbors be elk, mule deer, black bears and lush meadows of wildflowers, Whetstone Mountain Ranch is the wilderness hunting retreat of your dreams.

The healthy sub-alpine forests and meadows that dominate the ranch create prime habitat for mule deer and elk that favor living just below tree line for much of the year. At an average elevation of more than 10,000 feet, the property receives abundant moisture that feeds ten or more springs and ponds on the property, guaranteeing that animals wont need to travel away from the ranch to find water. Furthermore, the heavy stands of dark timber composed of spruce and fir, intermixed with meadows of lush native grasses and aspen, meets the needs of wildlife for shelter and food. In short, Whetstone Mountain Ranch is in the midst of high-country big game habitat at its finest.

The hunting possibilities on the ranch are as plentiful as its alpine vistas. Large mule deer roam the property with regularity, and bucks have been taken here that score over 200 on the Boone and Crockett scale, topping out at 243. Impressive elk herds also frequent the ranch and the adjacent Gunnison National Forest, which nearly surrounds the property. The ranch qualifies for over-the-counter elk tags and landowner deer tags. Black bears are plentiful here as well and further enhance the big game hunting opportunities. With these assets in place, the prospects of operating Whetstone Mountain Ranch as a private or commercial hunting retreat are outstanding.

A large 3,045 square foot lodge serves as headquarters for this magnificent property. It includes four bedrooms, a full kitchen, a storage garage, and a vaulted great room filled with trophy mounts. Spectacular high-country views can be enjoyed from its large deck. Whetstone Mountain Ranch is a fully turn-key property, with all furnishings, big game mounts, equipment, vehicles, and tools included in the sale. The lodge is entirely off-grid, powered by a solar system with generator backup. Water comes from a gravity-feed system from a spring on the property. A barn and storage cabin are also present on the fully fenced acreage.

Hunting is the prime attraction of this property, but jeeping and hiking are natural fits in the summertime, too. Photographic opportunities abound, with great views of nearby Mount Whetstone, Carbon Peak, Mount Axtell, all of which rise in excess of 12,000 feet. Wildflower-lovers will literally have a field day here in the summer. World-renowned fly-fishing opportunities exist on the Gunnison, East, and Taylor Rivers, each within an hours drive. The ranch is accessible by snowmobile in the winter, and snowmobiling, snowshoeing and ski touring are ideal ways to enjoy the solitude of winter. The downhill ski resort of Crested Butte is 50 minutes away, and the college town of Gunnison and its airport is 30 minutes away. 


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E & V Ranches and Recreational Properties

This iconic Ranch consists of 185 +/- deeded acres along Gunnison CR 3, just two miles from Marble. Nestled in the spectacular Crystal River Valley it is bordered by a 1/2 mile of the sparkling Crystal River and surrounded by the majestic mountains of the White River National Forest and Raggeds Wilderness Area. The 159 acres of ranch land is protected with an agricultural and wildlife-based Conservation Easement, with a dedicated building envelope for an additional single-family home and 1 ADU unit, plus it has an unencumbered private 10 acres to create your new mountain dream home. The main residence is a 6,600-sf lodge-style home featuring 9 bedrooms, 9.5 baths, a commercial grade kitchen, quests/caretaker's quarters, outdoor hot tub/spa, fenced patio/deck area and walking trail down to the river level. The Ranch's 3.0 cfs senior priority irrigation right provides for irrigation of nearly 125 acres of mountain hay and pasture and the permitted augmentation ponds. This Ranch offers all that Colorado is popular for in the ways of location, access, serenity, mountain recreation, and privacy. Schedule your showing appointment today.

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Few ranches on the open market capture within their bounds everything a buyer could ask for: good access, big views, amenities, wildlife, and privacy. Canyon View Ranch has them all. This "A" class property lies with 25 minutes of Montrose, Colorado, has year-round access along two miles of highway frontage, breathtaking views of the San Juan Mountains, and boasts a model ecosystem across the ranch's 2,200 plus acres. By encompassing the headwaters of two streams, the ranch provides an abundant and diverse habitat. With a hospitable environment and ample surface water, the ranch harbors some of Colorado's most elusive game species, Big Horn Sheep in the adjacent canyons surrounding Morrow Point, and Shiras Moose, alongside more common deer, bear, turkey, and elk. Meanwhile, the ranch is located in the OTC unit of 64. Along the northern boundary lies the world famous Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and vast swaths of federal land, all but inaccessible to the general public. Canyon View Ranch is a fantastic representation of the American Mountain West, a place where tales of cattlemen's wars are still remembered. The ranch is surveyed, fully fenced, and complete with cabins and utilities. This large holding has long-term development potential, or, with its critical habitat, may be a prime candidate for conservation opportunities. Be sure to watch all the videos on the ranch and request for a property brochure for more details. Check out The Owner's Perspective podcast on Canyon View Ranchhttps://

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The Hot Springs Creek Ranch east of Gunnison, Colorado is a scenic, productive hay farm and ranch with immense recreational opportunities.  There are approximately 1,535 +/- deeded acres and the ranch has historically held Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management leases totally over 11,553 acres.  Hot Springs Creek flows through the property near the existing improvements and provides ample water to the irrigated acreage. The property has produced an average of 350 tons of grass hay annually from approximately 600 irrigated acres. In addition to the hay production, the property has historically supported 100 cow-calf pairs year-round. The adjudicated water rights are further supplemented by additional shares of water from Hot Springs Reservoir which is located on State of Colorado Lease land lying several miles north of the property.

The ranch, with the exception of 40 +/- acres, is protected from further development by a conservation easement held by The Nature Conservancy. The existing improvements on the property can be repaired and replaced, in addition to the potential for an owner to build without any easement restrictions on the unencumbered 40-acre tract.

Access to the property is provided by County Road 887, which is a maintained, year-round, gravel county road.  The property is surround by Bureau of Land Management land connected to the Gunnison National Forrest providing access to incredible mule deer and elk hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, and ATVing etc. The landowner has historically qualified for mule deer licenses through the Landowner Preference Program in GMU 551 and the area has Over-The-Counter license seasons for elk.

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Prime 39-acre vacant lot at 12505 County Road 26, Gunnison, CO 81230, near Blue Mesa Reservoir. Situated at 8,300 feet of elevation and bordered by neighbors on just two sides, this land offers privacy with panoramic views. Enjoy top-notch fishing and summer boating on the Blue Mesa, with nearby marinas providing easy access to the water. With no HOA or covenants to restrict your plans, you can fully embrace the freedom this property offers. Bordering public lands in GMU 66, it's ideal for deer and elk hunting. Gunnison County's lack of zoning allows you to build, camp, park your RV or mobile home, or even place a tiny home. Drill a well, install a septic system, and create your perfect retreat.  Located just a 20-minute drive from Gunnison, this property offers rural tranquility with convenient access to town. Gunnison is known for its welcoming community and rich cultural heritage. Outdoor enthusiasts flock here for year-round recreation, from world-class skiing at Crested Butte, a 50-minute drive away, to mountain biking and fishing in the Gunnison River. The Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport offers flights to major hubs, making travel convenient. With a vibrant local food scene, unique shops, and a lively arts community, Gunnison offers the amenities and culture of a larger city while retaining its small-town charm. Seller financing is available for this rare opportunity to own a slice of Colorado wilderness.  Notice: Due to the closed "middle" bridge on HWY 50, this property is on the detoured CR26 road. There are only openings early morning and late afternoon. Please contact the listing broker for showing instructions.

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The Tomichi Creek Farm & Ranch is an exceptional property that captures Colorados scenic beauty with immense recreational, development, conservation and agricultural potential. The ranch consists of 2,360 +/- deeded acres including 1,400 irrigated acres which have historically produced 2,150 tons of hay annually. Located only 20 miles outside of Gunnison, a town known for its vibrant community, agricultural roots and outdoor recreation, this ranch offers a unique opportunity for those seeking a blend of serene living, limitless recreation, and a productive agricultural operation. The property has extensive water rights to irrigate the meadows with both adjudicated rights and shares of stock in the Needle Creek reservoir. With over five miles of Tomichi Creek meandering through the meadows, this property offers world-class private trout fishing. The property has established improvements in two locations with homes, barns, equipment shops, livestock sheds, corrals and working facilities in additional to covered livestock scales and shipping facilities. Whether youre looking to expand your agricultural operation, create a family retreat, or invest in a property with incredible development potential. The Tomichi Creek Farm & Ranch offers endless possibilities.

There are established ranch improvements in two locations on the property. The Pleasant View Headquarters are located immediately off of Highway 50 and include a well-maintained ranch home, steel pipe corrals, barns and livestock sheds, along with a covered working and load-out chute. The Needle Creek Headquarters are located in the southwest corner of the property at the end of County Road 24. There are two comfortable homes, several equipment sheds, barns, corrals and covered livestock sheds at this headquarters. There are 200+/- irrigated acres surrounding these improvements enclosed by a high-fence to prevent wildlife damage. In a third convenient access, there is a calving barn with working and shipping corrals with a livestock scale off of Highway 50. The improvements on the ranch have been impeccably maintained and are move-in ready.

The ranch spans over five miles along both side of Tomichi Creek, which winds through the mountain hay meadows and hosts thriving populations of brown, rainbow and cutthroat trout. The ranch is located near the headwaters of Tomichi Creek and stays cooler with higher flows. This section of creek is ripe for stream enhancements and fisheries improvements. The additional fishing and live water recreation in the area is truly abundant with the Gunnison River, East River, Taylor River, and the gold-medal Arkansas River. There is no shortage of opportunities to catch quality trout. Blue Mesa Reservoir nearby is known for its Kokanee salmon population as well. The wildlife and big game populations on the property are diverse and immense. Moose, elk, mule deer, antelope and small game all thrive in the meadows and brush along the creek, which provide year-round protection and game habitat. The proximity to hiking, biking, fishing, horseback riding, and hunting on the adjacent public lands, as well as on the ranch, cannot compare.

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Few ranches that make it to the open market capture within their boundaries everything a buyer could ask for in a Western Colorado ranch. Twenty-five minutes east of Montrose, Colorado, stretching over two miles of highway frontage, Canyon View Ranch boasts breathtaking views of the 14,000-ft peaks of the legendary San Juan Mountains. Located at the headwaters of two live water streams, the ranch provides an abundant and diverse habitat. Mature aspens, spruce and ponderosa pines, alpine meadows, and riparian zones offer a habitat rich for all seasons. Abundant big game utilize the ranch for spring calving, summer and fall sanctuary, and wintering ground, with multiple bedding and feeding areas. Cut out by the headwaters of two tributaries that make their origins on this ranch are towering north-facing slopes covered in spruce, fir, and pine, leaving way to steep rock outcroppings that provide nesting for large birds of prey over lush riparian zones. The ranch rises and rolls as it climbs through irrigated meadows, large ponds, and sage with oak brush and pockets of aspens that hundreds of elk will feed in during the summer and fall. Large ponds fed by springs provide water to livestock as they feed on the new spring grasses before working their way up drainages to the hidden parts of the ranch. These multiple drainages make for traveling corridors and cover for elk, deer, bear, turkeys, and even moose as they come and go from bedding to feeding. The ranch is even home to some of the rarer big game species such as the Shiras Moose and Big Horn Sheep living among the canyon walls of the neighboring Black Canyon. This ranch will comfortably carry 70 plus AMUs for 6 months without compromising feed for the wildlife and rangeland resiliency. This practice is done on the ranch in a symbiotic relationship between livestock and the wildlife that call this ranch home. Towering above at 9,200 feet is the rim of the ranch that guards the true nature of this property. Fourteen hundred-plus acres of rolling alpine overlook another 700-plus acres of lower country, as the ranch dips before rising again over the deep and inspiring Black Canyon of the Gunnison. Weather travels up the canyon and hits its rim, dumping multiple feet of snow in the early spring. This snowpack makes for abundant grass and mature tall trees. From its multiple springs to its deep well that provides enough water for multiple dwellings, Canyon View Ranch is in full supply of precious water providing life and habitat. It is often difficult to access the mountains without long, curved gravel roads from amenities of town to the backcountry. Canyon View Ranch makes it too easy with all the amenities of Montrose just 25 minutes away, and a gas station, store, and pie shop just minutes down the highway from the ranch gate. Multiple roads give trucks and UTVs access across the ranch, making it fully functional and year-round accessible. These roads allow access to the back of the ranch on its north end as it climbs to overlook Morrow Point Reservoir with its deep waters and rock outcroppings, naturally landlocking public land behind the ranch. Outside of its borders are multiple recreation opportunities in every direction, as the ranch lies in one of the most underrated valleys in all of Colorado, strategically located between Montrose and Gunnison, near the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, as well as near Colorados largest body of water, the Blue Mesa Reservoir, known for some of the largest lake trout and best ice fishing in the state. The ranch resides in the OTC unit of 64 and is surrounded by hunting units that are also OTC, but the ranchs southern border is the limited trophy unit of 66. Private and dreamy, this ranch is fully surveyed, fully fenced, and complete with cabins and utilities, presenting its owner with a large landholding development potential and/or, with its critical habitat, a vast conservation potential.

LIV Crested Butte Sotheby's Realty

The Roaring Judy Ranch near Crested Butte, Colorado is a 455 acre western Colorado legacy ranch property with outstanding, abundantly irrigated pastures and meadows. The location is a spectacular sunny high alpine ranch setting in the East River Valley with the acreage rich in green grass and range. Situated in an extraordinary level natural land setting, the ranch is close and convenient to Crested Butte and Gunnison. The acreage is generously watered with outstanding 75 c.f.s decreed water rights making the property a true productive operating ranch and a beautiful and enjoyable home to live on. The ranch benefits from Roaring Judy Creek and Bear Creek on the property and has good roads and easy range access. Ranch headquarters includes a large horse barn, historic log hay barns, loafing sheds for horses, corrals, an artesian well, a 2,400 sq. ft. equipment workshop, 12 outbuildings and sheds and a nice 3-bedroom home. The property is conserved with a conservation easement preserving the entire ranch for future generations while providing for up to 3 additional homes can be built in two locations on the property including a prime elevated building site situated along the headwaters of Roaring Judy Creek. The ranch is ideally suited for an equestrian and recreation haven. Located in Game Unit 55, herds of elk and deer traversing from nearby Jack's Cabin summit are abundant on the property. Winter and summer range for elk, mule deer and moose are on the property and the ranch is part of a black bear fall concentration area. The year-round location in the beautiful East River Valley sits mid-valley between Gunnison and Crested Butte one mile east of paved, scenic byway, Colorado Highway 135 with many enjoyable and enriching amenities right at hand. Among the many fine enhancements for the style of living at the ranch are Western State Colorado University, Vail Resort's Crested Butte Mountain Resort alpine ski mountain, historic Crested Butte with a new Center for the Arts complex and fine dining, shopping, theater, galleries and vibrant, fun activities. The Gunnison/Crested Butte Airport provides year-round scheduled air service with major airline connections to Denver, Dallas and Houston from the 10,000 ft. FAA jetport. Taylor Canyon, just 4 miles over the Jack's Cabin summit, is celebrated for gold medal fishing.  Ranching and western traditions run deep in Gunnison, home of the longest running PRCA rodeo in the country. The endless mountain adventures of the Gunnison National Forest are accessed with dedicated trails from the ranch. The Roaring Judy Ranch is a prized large acreage home and ranch with abundant green pastures and generous water rarely obtainable in such a quality setting in which to live.


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The Tomichi Dome Hunting Ranch is a rare opportunity to own a premier mule deer and elk hunting ranch on the western shoulder of Tomichi Dome located only 25 minutes east of Gunnison, Colorado. This unimproved mountain property consists of 860 +/- deeded acres, of which 640 acre in one tax parcel and the four other tax parcels range in size from 40 to 80 acres along Hot Springs Creek and County Road 887, which provides improved, maintained, year-round access to the ranch. Power is located on the property and live water runs through the ranch for 1.25 miles. There is a 80-acre tract that has irrigated meadows and is an excellent site for improvements. The ranch is located in GMU 551, which has an over-the-counter season for elk and in the past, the property has qualified for landowner preference mule deer tags. The deeded land borders thousands of additional acres of public land for recreation and hunting.

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Historic Railroad Depot Home for Sale in Pitkin, Colorado

Pitkin, Colorado Mountain Vacation Home for Sale

New to market is a charming and well-kept piece of Colorado history - The Pitkin Railroad Depot, which is now a cool and comfortable vacation lodging. Situated in the picturesque mining town of Pitkin, this property at 601 State Street has a long Colorado history dating back to the early settlement of Western Colorado. 

Narrow-gauge railroads connected Colorado mining towns in Gold Rush days

Gold was found in the Colorado Rockies northeast of Gunnison, which inspired a small gold rush in the late 1870s. In the early 1880s, ambitious plans were made to connect a series of high mountain Colorado towns via the narrow-gauge Denver South Park and Pacific Railroad. Pitkin was an important stop below the incredible Alpine Tunnel, which was bored through the Continental Divide to connect towns along the route, such as Keystone, Dillon, Leadville, Breckenridge, Alma, Fairplay, Buena Vista, Morrison, and Denver. This depot was the southwest stop in Pitkin, which proceeded on to Gunnison.

Old Narrow-Gauge Colorado Railroad Depot Converted to Mountain Getaway Cabin with a Guest House

After the rails were pulled up in the 1940s, the depot sat empty until the 1970s, when the current owners bought the property. They have carefully kept the history alive while making it a summer cabin for their family. Though fully remodeled in the 1970's, the interior is dated but modern conveniences such as power, light, and plumbing were added, making it a cute 900 sq ft mountain cottage with an amazing history. As well, the property has second residence, a charming 1,169-square-foot 2-bedroom guest house just north of the train station home. The guest house also has a 2-car garage with an upstairs studionot insulated, but an interesting workspace or project for another living space. The guest house and garage are dryno kitchen or bathbut could be plumbed fairly easily for a bathroom and kitchen. Since the remodel, this property has been maintained with a focus on keeping it preserved as a special piece of Colorado history.

Water and Utilities for this Colorado Mountain Getaway Cabin with Short-term Rental Potential

The property has a high-producing well with a pump rate of 15 gallons per minute. During the remodel plumbing was installed, replacing the need for the historic two-holer outhouse that still stands on the property today - which has also been featured in books of historic mountain outhouses. The home has a robust 200-amp electrical service from the Gunnison County Electric Association and an adequate septic system. The property would serve very well as a short-term AirBnB or VRBO rental.

Pitkin, Colorado is not Aspens Pitkin Countya Historic Mining Town with Lots of Recreation

Pitkin is a historic town known for its rich mining heritage and as a former stop on the South Park narrow gauge line. The local historic hotel is undergoing a complete renovation, and the Stumbling Moose Bar & Grill made news by obtaining the first liquor license in Pitkin in several decades. Surrounded by the Gunnison National Forest, Pitkin is a recreation hotspot with world-class fly-fishing, trophy hunting opportunities, hundreds of miles of Jeep and UTV trails, dirt bike/mountain bike single track trails, and stunning mountain passes worth an international visit. In winter, the area transforms into a snowy paradise for snowmobiling and cross-country skiing, with Crested Butte only a little more than an hour away. Quartz Creek, a beloved fly-fishing river, is only a stones throw south of the property.

Pitkin, Colorado is becoming a busy summer destination northeast of Gunnison

Just a 35-minute drive away, Gunnison serves as the main hub of the region, offering a vibrant community with shopping, dining, and cultural attractions. Home to Western Colorado University, Gunnison provides a lively atmosphere and is the gateway to Blue Mesa Reservoir and the Gunnison River, both popular for fishing and water sports. Gunnison is also home to Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC), which offers flights from some of the largest US cities, providing convenient access to this beautiful region.


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