Ranches

Vista Verde Ranch consists of 587 private acres with top quality improvements. One of Colorado's most recognized and exclusive guest ranches, it is situated near the headwaters of the Elk River and is nearly surrounded by National Forest.  

The Yampa River flows through this ranch for over 1.5 miles. With few public access points along the Yampa River and nearly all of the land in private ownership, there is very little crowding and the fishing is some of the best in the state. 

Located in the peaceful, rural area of Boulder County’s upper northeast corner will find the Peak to Peak Bison Ranch, featuring direct westerly views of Longs Peak. The Ranch consists of 159.5 deeded acres plus a 50 acre lease on the adjoining Open Space. Operated as a bison ranch, it is secured with 8’ custom fence which divides separate pastures. Exceptional water rights (see complete list below) for irrigation that include a year around spring, four ponds and small wetlands area are included. Improvements are a 2,466 sq ft brick home, shop, rustic barn, steel loading facility with a set of corrals. There is NO conservation easement on the ranch and it is eligible to subdivide into 3 additional 35 acre parcels. Alternatively, it is a great conservation easement candidate with the ability to transfer 30+ Boulder County Development Rights. The Ranch is only 10 minutes to either Longmont or Berthoud and 20 minutes to Interstate 25.

Situated in the foothills of the Rockies with direct views of the twin peaks of Mt. Meeker and Longs Peak, Meadow Green Farm is an immaculate 180 +/- acre country estate includes a 40 acre lake, a nicely appointed 6,900 sq.ft. home with wrap-around porch, and several custom outbuildings. The farm has excellent water rights producing 10,000 bales of premium grass hay, a 48’ X 120’ hay storage barn and a complete set of working corrals. Located only 3 miles from Longmont and 12 miles from Boulder in a park-like setting, the farm is an expansive sanctuary in the fast-growing front range of Colorado.

Located northwest of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, and a short drive from the regional airport in Hayden, LJ Ranch is 1520 acres of high mountain land. With numerous ridges and valleys, the ranch is among the best hunting properties in the area. The acreage consists primarily of aspen and fern forests with a good mix of pine forests and small pockets of open meadows. Numerous ponds attract wildlife; they are spaced around the ranch and keep the herds well-dispersed. The owners have a history of successful hunts and have carefully managed it to maximize the potential. Not only is the ranch well suited for prime big-game hunting, it is located in one of the most scenic areas of Northwest Colorado.

Willow Creek Ranch offers a long national forest boundary, river frontage, year-round paved road access and a cozy log cabin nestled in a private valley.  

This south valley equestrian estate is located just 5 miles from the slopes of the Steamboat Ski area! Situated in the scenic valley floor, the 74-acre property has a custom home, accessory building with caretaker unit, 6 stall horse barn with indoor arena, enclosed barn for hay and equipment storage, and a 250x125 outdoor arena. Senior water rights irrigate the hay meadow and several ponds provide water for fish, stock, and wildlife. Views of the surrounding meadows, mountains, and the ski area are spectacular!

Deep Creek Ranch is a well-blocked, productive ranch located only 12 miles from Steamboat Springs, Colorado on year-round maintained roads.  Irrigated meadows and numerous ponds attract deer, elk and antelope. 

Dunckley Flattops Ranch is a 1,268+/- acre working cattle and hunting ranch located 35 miles southwest of Steamboat Springs. The ranch consists of two sets of working facilities; new improvements include perimeter and cross fencing, several large ag buildings and pipe corrals with good water distribution. The Dunckley Flattops Ranch is a year-round cattle and hunting ranch with the right proportion of hay production, water and grazing preferred in a quality ranch.

Multiple hold and exit strategies exist on this easily accessible and well-priced ranch located west of Steamboat Springs. The ranch consists of 1378+/- rolling acres on a year-round paved county road. Currently used for grazing and hunting, it is perimeter fenced with over 10 ponds scattered around the ranch. The ranch is one large block ranging in elevation from 6,700 feet at the stocked reservoir to 7,000 feet on the tree covered ridge top. Colorado Parks and Recreation leases and stocks the reservoir located along the county road. This ranch has water sources scattered throughout the draws and valleys, which is unique in the immediate area. A landlocked 40-acre BLM parcel is located at the southwest corner. The ranch is also bordered on the south and east side by 2,200 acres of Colorado State land. The ranch is not encumbered by a conservation easement and it can be subdivided. With easy access, public land boundaries, productive hay/grazing land and hunting/fishing aspects, this ranch is well priced in its category.

Hawk Canyon Ranch, located northwest of Colorado’s front range cites and towns, is very private with a variety of terrain. From deep canyons to tree covered hilltops, it provides ideal wildlife habitat and is a great recreation ranch. The custom log home was constructed in 2006 and features a specially designed 20 foot wall built from boulders on the ranch. The ranch has established trails for horseback riding and hiking. It is located in game management unit 9; there have always been leftover tags available. The home is available on 69 acres for $1,760,000.

Middle Elk River Ranch has 40 acres with 1/4 mile of both sides of the Elk River located just 7 paved miles north of Steamboat Springs, CO. Straddling the sought-after Elk River and just off of Routt County Road 129, this property is easy to access from town. The acreage north of the river (approximately 13) is completely covered in cottonwoods and pines, providing a private and quiet setting along the banks of the river. The south bank of the river is flanked by a steep hillside loaded with game trails that wind through the thick pine forest. The remaining acreage on the south side of the Elk River is a level to rolling aspen covered bench that attracts elk, deer, bear and an occasional moose. The property is within a 1/2 mile of the Routt National Forest and an additional 2 miles of public fishing on the Elk River. The ranch has no covenants, is close to a notable resort town and public land, has live water and great privacy. This property checks many of the boxes for quality, recreational acreage.

Lay Creek Ranch is 1,230 acres and at just $638 per acre, is well priced in its category. The ranch borders thousands of acres of public BLM land and is in GMU 301 (OTC licenses available). The ranch is located 19 miles west of Craig, Colorado just off of paved US Highway 40 with easy year-round access. The upper reaches of the ranch have views of the Yampa River corridor to the south and views of Bears Ears to the northeast. Lay Creek flows through the ranch, providing water for stock and wildlife.  Craig is the Moffat County seat and has grocery stores and restaurants, K-12 schools, and an established 2-year Community College. Seller will consider selling in 300-400 acre parcels.

Sweeping views of the Elk River winding its way along the foot of Sleeping Giant with the Flattops Range in the distance. Loaded with wildlife, the 140-acre property has ATV and game trails. Access is off of the paved county road via a gravel drive that gently climbs to the edge of a meadow.  The property is quiet and private, is only 9 miles north of Steamboat Springs, and is close to National Forest. It can be subdivided and is bordered on two sides by conserved ranches. The seller is a licensed Colorado agent.

The ranch consists of 240 open, acres of flat to rolling terrain. Mostly native grass interspersed with alfalfa, the land is ideal for a hay ranch or a grazing operation.  It is fenced and cross fenced with ponds that provide good stock water throughout the spring and into early summer.  Pastures consist mainly of well-drained soils suitable for small grain production, livestock grazing, and wildlife habitat.

Vista Ridge is a small enclave of 35-acre lots located just 12 paved miles southwest of Steamboat Springs. Lot 9 gently slopes and has panoramic views of the surrounding mountain ranges. With an end-of-the-road location, the land is private and quiet. A 15 gallon-per-minute domestic well is permitted for home, lawn and livestock uses. Fishing and recreation in the pond and adjacent stretch of Trout Creek is on the ranch open space. The covenants allow custom homes and a caretaker apartment. The property is close to town with amazing mountain and meadow views. Access is easy on county and subdivision roads, and with a well already in place, it is ideal for a custom country estate.