Not far from where the Brazos and Chama Rivers converge in northern New Mexico, lies El Baranco East, a beautiful 270± acre parcel of land. Located between Tierra Amarilla and Chama, the property boasts over a mile of highway frontage, providing easy year-round access.
A newer metal barn with electric and water is the singular improvement on the property. There is a water right and stock pond that serves livestock and wildlife alike. Elk and mule deer are routine visitors, allowing hunting with a camera, rifle, or bow. The property is enrolled in the Elk Private Lands Use System (EPLUS) program with its sister property across the highway. In the event of the separation of the two properties, El Barranco East’s new owners would need to enroll in the EPLUS program as a new entity. Due to its location and attributes, the property has several potential uses.
Highway access might favor use as a development, private estate, or hunting property. Located near an existing development, the property is a great candidate for a conservation easement. An investment-minded buyer may consider retaining the 440± acre El Barranco on the Chama River property and El Barranco East as a single holding, with several potential conservation plays that could generate generous tax and income benefits.
El Barranco is an approximately one-hour drive to Pagosa Springs, Colorado, where there is a full-service private airport, great restaurants, and of course, the famed hot springs. Santa Fe, New Mexico, is a 90± minute drive south of El Barranco, where you can find a commercial airport, a multitude of great restaurants, and more art galleries per capita than any other city in the world.
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Trout-filled waters, productive hayfields, and desirable elk and mule deer habitat converge to create an exceptional blend of recreation and agriculture. Owners enjoy incredible fly fishing and are eligible for landowner hunting vouchers. Senior water rights drive reliable hay production and grazing, with the option to operate directly or maintain existing leases. This is a rare New Mexico find that delivers both outstanding sporting opportunities and dependable agricultural value.
Set in the dramatic landscapes of Abiquiú, New Mexico, Shirley MacLaine’s property combines natural beauty with spiritual peace. Unique white sandstone cliffs made famous by Georgia O’Keeffe rise at the entrance, while vast pinyon/juniper forests & native grasses stretch across the land. A hacienda-style home with solar and wind power anchors the ranch, complemented by a caretaker’s home and barns. With national forest adjacency, abundant wildlife, and rich history, it offers a rare opportunity.
Set in northern New Mexico’s mountains, this property borders Carson National Forest with El Rito Creek frontage. Wildlife abounds—elk, deer, bears, and Rio Grande cutthroat trout—offering premier hunting and fishing. Historic 1920s structures, once a cultural hub, remain on-site, ready for restoration. Just minutes from El Rito and Abiquiú, it combines seclusion with access to art and culture. It is ideal as a family retreat, adventure camp, or sporting ranch.
Located 30± miles southwest of Santa Rosa in Guadalupe County, this historic ranch spans deeded, state, and BLM land. Family-owned since 1920 and first time offered, it supports 250 head, with excellent rangeland, solar wells, pipelines, dirt tanks, and working corrals. Improvements include a caretaker’s house, a rock house, and a barn. Wind lease generates $51K+ annually. Wildlife includes pronghorn and mule deer. Easy access to I-40 adds convenience to this scenic, productive holding.
Situated along 1,257± feet of the Chama River, this property blends historic charm with agricultural bounty. Senior (pre-1907) water rights provide reliable irrigation. Wildlife is abundant, with elk often seen in the fields. Improvements include a caretaker’s home, barn, and corrals. Once part of the Plaza Colorado Land Grant, it’s near Abiquiú’s renowned art community. With river access, recreation, and proximity to Santa Fe, it offers potential for a home, vineyard, or estate.
The 11,393± acre Pitchfork Ranch lies 30± miles south of Silver City, New Mexico, where rugged mountains meet the Chihuahuan Desert. Nine miles of the rare Burro Ciénaga run through the property, supporting critical habitat and at-risk species. With 5,160± deeded acres and conservation protections, the ranch is a hub for biodiversity and restoration. The Cole Family has invested over $1M in restoring the ciénaga, making it the only one of its kind being restored on private land in New Mexico.
Rancho San Ignacio is a classic Northern New Mexico ranch at the base of the iconic Hermit’s Peak. The adobe hacienda compound frames a spectacular backdrop. The sprawling property combines a rich history, irrigated meadows, well-managed forests, and abundant wildlife. The Sapello River runs for 1.7± miles through the property, providing habitat for hungry brown trout. The murals in the bunkhouse are incredible. Rancho San Ignacio is truly a legacy property!
