Colorado Ranches and Land For Sale

A diverse Colorado ranch, ranging in elevation from 6,700′ to 7,600′, includes over a mile of the legendary Elk River on the southeast boundary, rolling grazing land in the middle acreage, and the northwest boundary sits at the base of Sleeping Giant Mountain. Big game hunting for elk, mule deer, and pronghorn is present during the fall season. Due to the senior Elk River water right, the ranch produces in excess of 300 tons annually and can graze 200 AUMs. Multiple springs serve small ponds.

This Colorado ranch contains irrigated hay meadows across the entire ranch from low to high elevations & a perfect mosaic interspersed habitat including cottonwood, willow, aspen, gambrel oak, and evergreen forests. The abundant forage, plentiful water resources, and diverse habitat provide a natural preserve for the area elk herd and mule deer populations. The ranch includes over 1.5 miles of fishable Sweetwater Creek, multiple stocked reservoirs, and a diverse portfolio of senior water rights.

Unbelievable Colorado mountain retreat with includes two air-conditioned homes. With views of the Gore and Sawatch Mountain Ranges, the 14,419-square-foot home has a step-less entry, walls of windows capturing the magnificent views, two four-car garages, and a second 2,636-square-foot caretaker home with two bedrooms, three baths, and an office. Outside has a well-stocked fishing pond and 10 miles of custom-built trails for hiking, snowshoeing, or snowmobiling.

This Colorado mountain ranch offers aspen groves, spruce, fir, and meadows with live water creeks up from Groundhog Reservoir, offering lush grass for grazing cattle. A thoughtful conservation easement protects the property and provides flexibility, allowing commercial hunting, grazing, timbering, and future homesites. The fishery on the ranch is waiting to be developed further. Elk hunting is stupendous, and world record line class rainbow trout have been caught in Groundhog Reservoir.

Deriving its name from a wild strawberry patch on the top of a towering bluff, this Colorado ranch for sale offers outstanding big game hunting or watching with an abundant number of species such as trophy elk, mule deer, black bear, and pronghorn antelope. It features a 4,013.45± deeded acres and 640± acre state lease parcel. One of the many features that make this ranch stand out is the valuable water rights, providing 275 acre-feet of water annually for agriculture and municipal use.

This Colorado ranch offers much: 1.5± miles of productive fish habitat-improved Lake Fork Creek, water rights, hunting opportunities, stunning views, easy access to world-class ski areas, the summer jaunt over Independence Pass to Aspen, and recreational opportunities. A golf course, fish hatchery, Turquoise Lake, and the Arkansas River are all neighbors. Whatever draws you to consider this ranch, it is not difficult to see all the possibilities and wonderful attributes that are Lake Fork Ranch.

History is woven into this lush 318± acre landscape with a charming 11-bedroom, half-century-old lodge at the base of the now-defunct but delightfully skiable Stoner Ski Area. This Colorado recreational property is located on the Dolores River, dubbed by Trout Unlimited as one of the “Top 100 Trout Rivers in America.” The river is fed by a dozen brook, rainbow, and brown trout streams and is distinguished by riffles, runs, bends, cut banks, and back eddies.

Both the Rio Blanco and San Juan rivers flow through the property, ideally situated in Archuleta County south of the Colorado mountain town, Pagosa Springs. The site supports cattle ranching and hay production, set against the backdrop of the stunning San Juan Mountains.

Just west of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, the Doc Utterback Ranch spans 1,144± deeded acres. This mountain ranch features varied topography, from open meadows to forests and riparian zones along Tow & Little Tow Creeks. It offers rich big game hunting opportunities, with mule deer, elk, bear, and a recently spotted moose. Awarded for its habitat restoration, the ranch includes 9 springs and is fully fenced with big game-friendly wire, ideal for conservation-focused buyers.

The Colorado ranch boasts approximately 0.4 miles of both sides of the West Fork of the Dolores River, with exceptional trout fishing for browns and rainbows. Privacy yet convenient access is a hallmark of this property. Paved publicly maintained roads to the ranch driveway allow for year-round use of the property. The log home is amongst an enticing grove of trees near the river. A riding arena, oversized 3-car detached garage, and custom tack room round out the improvements.

Mountain Star Ranch near Guffey offers a secluded 5-bed, 6,500± SF log home in a Rocky Mountain valley. Accessible by a private mile-long drive, the home features Montana pine logs, vaulted ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, stained glass, and an indoor pond with a waterfall. The ranch includes a renowned horse barn, large garages, and a versatile workshop. Bordering 16,000± acres of BLM land, it offers prime hunting and two LOP Draw applications. Located near Breckenridge & Colorado Springs.

Fay Ranches represented the seller in the off-market sale of Stagecoach Lake Ranch, a 308± acre property near Steamboat Springs. Located 13± miles from the town and adjacent to the proposed Stagecoach Ranch Ski Development, the ranch features 50± acre-feet of Overman Reservoir water rights. It offers open meadows, forests, a homestead cabin, and views of four wilderness areas. The property provides exceptional homesites and future development potential, making it unique in the land market.

Yampa Headwaters Ranch in Colorado features a unique Army Corps-permitted wetland mitigation bank with over 200 credits, two creeks, and multiple stocked ponds. The ranch includes a 100+ acre hay meadow, wetland areas, and diverse upland topography. It offers fishing in Brinker and Chimney Creeks, stocked ponds, and abundant waterfowl. Improvements include a custom barn with an apartment. Its wetland credits and recreational assets make it a unique investment opportunity.

Located just west of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, this mountain sanctuary offers dramatic scenery and exceptional privacy. Aspen and fir ridges, open meadows, and alpine lakes create a quintessential high-country setting. A handcrafted log home overlooks a private lake and pastures visited by elk and deer. Multiple ponds and springs support outdoor recreation, from horseback riding to hunting—an unspoiled retreat that embodies Colorado’s natural beauty, tranquility, and enduring value.

Approaching the gated entrance, encounter a picturesque Eden-like setting featuring Smith Fork Creek, a fishing pond, a vineyard, equestrian facilities, and rustic cabins framed by a private canyon backdrop. Abundant wildlife thrives thanks to substantial water rights & a flexible conservation easement, offering additional building and subdivision potential. Canyon Ranch sprawls across 663± acres in central-western Colorado, with access to BLM trails near Black Canyon of Gunnison National Park.

With the San Juan River flowing through the acreage, its year-round access, proximity to the town of Pagosa Springs, and sheer beauty, the possibilities with this gorgeous Colorado ranch are indeed many. Develop the quintessential fishery for you and your friends. Plan the family compound you, your children, and grandchildren have dreamed about. Create an equestrian center extraordinaire and ride for endless miles into the San Juan National Forest. Use it as a sporting base for big game hunts.

With 80± acres of irrigated meadows & stunning vistas, North Star Ranch is perfect for equestrian pursuits, ranching, & enjoying the tranquility of southwestern Colorado, just 25 minutes west of Durango, Colorado. This picturesque 488± acre property features diverse terrain, providing a habitat for elk, deer, bear, & turkeys, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. It includes a ranch house, a 3-bedroom caretaker’s casita, vintage barns, and a new timber-frame horse barn with luxurious accommodations.

North Fork River Ranch in Colorado represents a first-time offering and is one of the most diverse ranches in this size and class on today’s market, including agriculture and recreational revenue potential. It includes 2,236± BLM leased acres and over three miles of the North Fork of the North Platte River. The ranch is in close proximity to Steamboat Springs, within an hour’s drive, and offers significant recreational opportunities onsite and in the surrounding North Park area.

This is the perfect ranch for so many reasons. The incredible 5,000 SF log home is the perfect retreat for your family to enjoy and feel safe in today’s unpredictable world. Ranch life awaits you, complete with comfort, security, connectivity and all the amenities to make the rural life yours.

Located 15± miles from Steamboat Springs, Red Rock Ranch spans 1,454± acres, with 1,330± acres under permanent conservation. The unencumbered 124± acres allow for future improvements. With elevations from 6,800’ to 7,800’, it offers diverse terrain—meadows, timber, and riparian zones—ideal for elk, deer, bear, and lion habitat. A true big game sanctuary, it supports year-round wildlife and prime hunting conditions. Ren Martyn represented both the Buyer and Seller.

Surrounded by conserved ranches, this property is ideal for a hunting retreat or private ranch development. It features attractive home sites, small agriculture potential, and topography favorable for big game. The land includes grasslands, creek bottoms, and timbered areas, with water rights and scenic rock outcroppings. Accessed via two private gated entrances, it offers exceptional privacy and a diverse ecosystem, including elk, mule deer, and other wildlife, making it a unique opportunity.

This rare property in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, boasts 1,000± feet of Yampa River frontage. Located in the desirable South Valley, minutes from Steamboat Ski Resort, it features a four-bedroom home, a 70’ x 40’ barn, a pond, and breathtaking views. It is ideal for equestrian or cattle use and offers prime fly-fishing and serene privacy. Live in the existing home while building your dream retreat on this exceptional riverfront property.

This Colorado ranch holding is coming on the market for the first time since it was first assembled. Historically the ranch has been used for cattle grazing with an ample supply of well water piped to six stock tanks on the property. Bear Creek flows seasonally through the ranch, and vegetation zones vary from creek bottom cottonwoods, classic piñon juniper forest, and towering ponderosas. Volcanic dike walls and sandstone rock formations accentuate the scenic vistas.

Escalera has been called the premier ranch in southern Colorado, With its incredible location and dramatic views of the West Spanish Peaks, vertical dike wall formations and the Sangre de Cristo mountain chain that runs from Colorado to Santa Fe, New Mexico this stunning ranch property is the perfect combination of private retreat and productive land.

This spectacularly crafted 4,000-square foot mountain-territorial home is an absolute piece of art. Perfectly scaled, this 4-bedroom, 4-bath sanctuary is filled with gorgeous detail and rich, southwestern design. From every window of this Cucharas River Valley custom mountain home, you will experience phenomenal and extraordinary vistas and expansive views of the Spanish Peaks, the Sangre de Cristo Range, and the unique and dramatic dike formations characteristic of this southern Colorado area.

This expansive eastern Colorado ranch combines the productivity of shortgrass prairie with the rugged beauty of rolling sandhills. Native vegetation creates durable forage well-suited to semi-arid conditions. Fully fenced and cross-fenced, it supports rotational grazing with six solar-powered wells and a large catch pond. Long managed for cow/calf and yearling operations, it offers reliable water, proven efficiency, and ecological integrity for sustainable livestock production.

This premier equestrian facility offers an 80-horse capacity and exceptional amenities for both riders and horses. It features heated box stalls, Quonsets, loafing sheds, and multiple large paddocks, all surrounded by durable fencing. The property also includes a 200′ x 90′ indoor arena and two large outdoor arenas. With a solid reputation, the facility generates steady income, offers growth potential, and presents long-term investment opportunities, especially as the area grows.

This ideal Colorado location includes a meticulously maintained 3-bed home and 5 outbuildings dedicated to RV storage, equipment shop, large storage facility, and private party barn with bar, pool table, covered porch, and bathroom. Perfect for the family that needs additional recreational and equipment areas or home base for a Steamboat Springs business. The acreage has an irrigated hay meadow, room for additional barns, an equestrian facility, and year-round deeded water rights.

Rimrock Canyon Ranch offers ultimate solitude with modern amenities on 40± deeded acres and surrounded by 60± acres of BLM posessory interest land. It features Corral Creek, a fishing pond, access to the Colorado River, and spectacular views. It includes a main house, guest house, and bunkhouse, supplied by two wells and a spring. Wildlife like deer, elk, and black bears roam freely, and historical stagecoach route add to its charm. It’s a private retreat with stunning views and rich history.

This land supports various species, including mule deer, elk, pronghorn, bighorn sheep, coyotes, and mountain lions. It is a blend of grazing land and diverse wildlife habitat in southeastern Colorado. Cattle grazing and hunting leases with potential landowner tags enhance the land’s value. Adjacent to the Apishapa State Wildlife Area, it enriches hunting prospects. A solar-powered water well ensures sufficient water for livestock and wildlife amid rugged canyons and native grasslands.

A private mountain retreat in Park County, Colorado, this property blends luxury, seclusion, and alpine beauty near Guffey and premier fishing spots. A 4,348± square-foot custom home features vaulted ceilings, granite finishes, and German-engineered steel shutters. Amenities include a theater room, wet bar, fishing pond, and water rights. Bordering over 45,000 acres of national forest, it offers hunting, riding, and outdoor access, plus wells and fencing for recreational or ranch use.

The Mountain View is an exquisite 4,780 sq. ft. log home on 35± acres in La Veta, CO. Nestled within Raspberry Mountain Ranch and offering breathtaking views of the Spanish Peaks, this home is recognized for its superb craftsmanship. Positioned along the scenic Highway 12, it features four bedrooms, expandable to six, three bathrooms, and a variety of amenities, including a gas fireplace and a wood-burning kiva-style fireplace. Dramatic views are offered from almost every room in the house.

This Colorado recreational property offers excellent hunting and includes irrigated farm and grazing lands. It included frontage on the Rio Grande and Conejos Rivers with amazing wildlife, hunting, and fishing. Surrounded by vast amounts of Public Land and Conserved Lands, elk, deer, ducks, geese, trout, and northern pike, bald eagles, and sandhill crane abound. It offers gorgeous mountain views and water rights owned by Western Rivers Conservancy with a Conservation Easement in place.

Just north of Walsenburg, CO, the 2,150± deeded acre Vucetich Ranch offers stunning views of the Spanish Peaks, Sangre De Cristo, and Wet Mountain ranges. The rolling terrain features catch ponds and is accessible via a maintained gravel county road. The ranch includes 320± acres of fenced BLM land, enhancing livestock capacity. It’s fully fenced with a water line feeding stock tanks at two locations. The mild climate supports grazing, with antelope and occasional elk or mule deer.

Jersin Farm is a 36.7± acre, income-producing property on Colorado’s sought-after St. Charles Mesa. It includes 37.6 Bessemer Ditch shares with top-tier water rights, an irrigation well, and gated pipe infrastructure. The farm supports diverse crops and offers two rental homes, multiple outbuildings, and easy access to Pueblo. With strong water, rental income, and infrastructure, it presents a rare opportunity for productive farming or investment in a premier ag community.

This Colorado property and business is a great stepping stone to allow the owner to generate enough income to expand their operation in additional directions. Water rights allow opportunities for pasturing cattle or growing crops. This is a wonderful facility to utilize for trading cattle and earning steady cash flow from the yardage charged for feeding customers’ cattle. The home allows someone to live on-site, provide housing for a manager, or earn additional rental income from the property.

Nestled at the end of a quiet street in Buena Vista, Colorado, you will find the serenity and beauty of this rare and unique offering at the edge of town. This property will impress you with its lovely, custom 3,585± square foot home, spectacular, wide-open views and convenience and proximity to all that this charming, vibrant mountain town has to offer.

This Colorado ranch is a blank canvas for someone ready to create their dream property. This pristine property is a wonderful setting to take in the mountain views or ride your horse along the bluffs, around the buttes, and then down to Rush Creek to scare up some wildlife. The location is near a town with many amenities yet with enough space to enjoy privacy, the pleasant sounds of nature, and the privacy of wide-open spaces. It would be a great place for a home with a porch for rocking chairs.

A charming house in a small Colorado town enjoys exceptional privacy, 2 homes, an art studio, insulated outbuildings, a high-fenced yard, and more. Soak in the hot tub on the deck with the river flowing below and a wood fire roaring in the porch fireplace. Open your bedroom windows and let the peaceful river sounds rock you to sleep. It features a custom 2-bed/2-bath home on the river and includes an updated 2/2 farmhouse, garden areas, workshop, 1-car garage, woodstoves, outdoor fireplace, and porches.

Perfect for hunting or a new home, Black Cat at 480 Ranch, west of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, borders BLM & Colorado State Land Board acreage. This private retreat features mountain forests & open meadows and attracts big game like elk, deer, bears, and lions. With a 15 GPM well and solar stock tank, it supports wildlife on a prime migration route during hunting season. The property offers sandstone cliffs, aspen groves, and mountain views, ideal for residences with agricultural tax benefits.

Situated at the base of the West Spanish Peak and adjacent to the Big Wall, this Colorado property lies in a prime wildlife corridor for elk. It’s part of a private subdivision known for dark skies and quiet surroundings in GMU 85, where elk tags are over the counter. A 2,552± SF home features panoramic views, hardwood floors, a fireplace, and patios. With recent additions, it’s flexible for up to four bedrooms. Horse-friendly and close to La Veta’s amenities, this is a rare opportunity.

La Veta View sits on easily accessible acreage near the quaint small town of La Veta, an iconic foothills Colorado town that manages to stay hidden from the onslaught of the modern world. It features an exquisite home in a haven of beauty and charm. Boasting stunning views, the presence of Abeyta Creek meandering through, breathtaking mountain vistas, a wealth of wildlife, and impeccable craftsmanship on the home, this residence is widely recognized as a truly exceptional property.

Views of the Wet Mountain range from this generational property, this ranch offers a unique 196± acre-feet water storage right at Bonnie Meade Lake, ideal for livestock and equestrian activities. It boasts fertile grasslands and abundant wildlife, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. With year-round access, power, and livestock well, the ranch provides flexibility for development. Not bound by a conservation easement, Pounds Ranch offers endless possibilities amidst natural beauty and adventure.

This updated horse property in Adams County, Colorado, offers peaceful rural living with modern amenities and easy access to Denver. The three-bedroom, three-bath home includes a 2024-renovated kitchen, hardwood floors, and a spacious primary suite. A four-car garage and full basement add functionality. Equestrian features include a two-stall barn, fenced pasture, and trail access. Recent upgrades include new windows and a roof. Located near Brighton’s parks and trails, with quick access to I-76.

This Colorado 3/3 custom log home offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and high-end cabinetry. The primary suite has a walk-in closet and fine tile work throughout the spacious bathroom. The basement has a walkout egress to the front yard, a game room, bar, and workout area. Put up your feet in the stunning great room and relax by the gas fireplace trimmed in river rock. Views of Greenhorn Mountain, Mt Mestas, Silver Mtn, and the Sheep Mtns are from the cozy front porch.

Zoe’s Ranch is established in a stunning setting in Colorado, with mature trees for privacy and shade and a seasonal creek. The views and the ranch’s terrain are hard to beat, with Greenhorn Mountain standing proudly to the west. The property has well-established landscaping, enhancing the beauty of the setting. The thoughtfully designed improvements are ideal for someone who wants a turn-key horse property and a well-appointed home that is already finished and ready to be enjoyed.

The farm, home, and seed store are iconic in Colorado. The farm is so coveted and celebrated that the Palmer Land Conservancy is including the property in a documentary they are producing about historic farms in the lower Arkansas River Valley. This historic and iconic property offers one of the best locations for a potential commercial business. With multiple types of zoning, plentiful water rights, and usable improvements, this property provides limitless opportunities for the next owner.

IL Ranch blends rural serenity with modern convenience on 40± acres in Colorado. Ideal for equestrians or self-sufficient living, the property features over a dozen loafing sheds, cross-fencing, a corral system with a cattle alley, and a sweep tub. The 2,747± square foot custom home offers 3 beds, 3 baths, granite, and custom cabinetry. It includes garages, a shop, and hay barns and is near Boone and 20± minutes to Pueblo: a turnkey ranching and equestrian opportunity.

The Little River Ranch offers 40± fenced acres with live water on the eastern edge. The custom home features 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 16′ ceilings, two fireplaces, and a loft with a spiral staircase. Above the detached garage is a studio apartment with a kitchen and bath. The property includes a 250′ x 100′ riding arena, a three-stall loafing shed, covered decks, and views of Greenhorn Mountain, the Spanish Peaks, and Pike’s Peak. Located 7± miles south of Pueblo in the Eagle Ranch subdivision.

This totally off-grid property has seven pastures and four ponds. The hunting is outstanding for elk, mule deer and black bear to name the major species. This ranch comes with an agricultural irrigation water right and it’s own registered ranch brand. The home has been set up as a lodge primarily for the fall hunting operations.

Ideally located in the desirable Saint Charles Mesa, this well-rounded farm combines comfortable living with practical agricultural improvements. The one-level home includes three bedrooms, one and a half baths, a spacious kitchen, an enclosed porch, and a covered patio. Multiple garages and a carport support equipment storage. A hay barn, corrals, and loafing sheds serve horses and livestock. Paved access, 16.8 Bessemer Ditch shares, and an irrigation well support productive pasture.

The log home offers 3 beds, 3 baths, and 59± acres, with views of Greenhorn Mountain, the Wet Mountain Range, and Pikes Peak. With large spruce beams, Douglas fir, lodgepole pine, new carpeting, new kitchen appliances, and fresh paint, this Mountain State Log Homes design includes vaulted ceilings, a great room, office, theater room, and mud/laundry room. The unfinished basement features natural light. With a shop, 4 loafing sheds, and a pond, it’s an ideal location with paved road access.

In Colorado, this ranch offers acres of prime grassland featuring power, two wells at 15 GPM, and vestiges of old buildings. With Class 4 sandy loam soils, it’s ideal for grazing and includes 315.38± acres in CRP, yielding $6,778 annually until 2031. A perfect EQIP and Grasslands CRP candidate, it offers income and grazing improvements. The ranch affords privacy, year-round access, and breathtaking views from the Spanish Peaks to Pikes Peak, presenting a rare opportunity to establish a home.

Located in the coveted Arkansas River Valley and surrounded by San Isabel National Forest and Brown’s Canyon National Monument, this versatile ranch property offers year-round recreation opportunities for sportsmen and outdoor enthusiasts.

This ranch in Colorado offers the perfect opportunity to buy a spectacular building and finish it with the details you desire. The water well, septic, power, and propane are already in place. The building plans are available to the buyer to help make the completion of the project a bit smoother as they make their dreams come true. Spectacular mountain views, stunning sunsets that truly paint the sky, grassy meadows, and a four-season climate make this a fantastic location for year-round living.

Cattail Pond offers a unique, affordable investment opportunity located on the rapidly growing Front Range of Colorado. Create your dream, fly-fishing sanctuary or retreat, invest in a Front Range fish club, bring your ideas forward, the opportunity awaits. This property offers exceptional value and is priced to move quickly.

IMN Heaven Ranch is aptly named if you value abundant wildlife, the privacy of a large acreage property, excellent big game hunting, productive water well, expansive, beautiful views, a seasonally mild climate, and easy year-round access in southern Colorado. Hunt elk and mule deer on your own property with private access to a large landlocked 2,000+ acre Bureau of Land Management (BLM) parcel. IMN Heaven remains a blank slate with water, electricity, and a workshop already in place.