Smelter RanchColorado, Western Moffat County |
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Smelter RanchListed by Dale Haskins Address: Colorado Beds: 4 Leased Acres: 640 INTRODUCTION: This is an unmatched opportunity to own this historic ranch in western Moffat County. Situated on Douglas Mountain where indeed the last of the last outlaws are known to have spent time resting, trading horses where authorities dared venture. The ranch headquarters are located on the east side of the mountain in a very private valley where water literally flows from the ground. Meadows fall away from the newly constructed home to the east where one's view will find Mule deer and elk grazing in the morning and evenings. The ranch was put together years ago by very astute livestock men who knew the importance of good grass, water, and shelter for livestock. This ranch has it all. LOCATION: Rustlers Paradise Ranch is located just off Moffat County Rd. #10 in western Moffat County on Douglas Mt., 28 miles west of Maybell, CO, via Highway #318, 8 miles to County Rd #10, which will take you to the gate of the headquarters. An alternate route is to follow #318 west 25 miles to County Rd. #12, then approximately 7 miles to the ranch headquarters. Northwest Colorado is renowned for recreation of many kinds, big game hunting, fishing, and historic outings. Also available is rafting on one of the local rivers, boating, and fishing on Flaming Gorge Reservoir. Rustlers Paradise is right in the middle of it all, being in the Colorado Division of Wildlife Special Draw Unit #2, a trophy unit for elk and Mule deer, hunting is fantastic on the ranch. Fishing and other water recreation is a short 20-minute drive to the famous Green River which is unsurpassed in trout fishing. Flaming Gorge Lake is just 30 miles from ranch headquarters. The ranch has three small fishing ponds that are certainly enjoyable to try your hand fly fishing. History runs deep in the Douglas Mt.-Browns Park area, from outlaws such as Isom Dart, The Bassett's, and Tom Horn to pioneers like Jarvies with the ferry across the Green, and the Wellers', John and Bill, who built the historic "Coke Ovens" that are located on this ranch. One can spend a lifetime learning about this wonderful part of the world! Maybell is the closest town and has a post office, a very well-stocked general store with fuel, groceries, beer and most essentials. Craig is 60 miles from the ranch headquarters and has all amenities of a small city. Updated medical facilities including a new hospital, Wal-Mart, Kmart, hardware stores, numerous motels, dining, and a airport capable of small jet service. ACREAGE: DEEDED: 6,217.23 +/- (Ask about details) B.L.M. LANDS: B.L.M.: Total Federal Lands 25,787 Acres; 2,084 Animal Units. WATER: The Ranch, containing herein described lands, owns numerous water supplies. From the springs at the headquarters, which flows at a tremendous rate of 50 cfs year around, varios springs and reservoirs that supply cattle and all the wildlife with plenty of water in each pasture. PRODUCTION: This property in its entirety, historically by the previous owner and the current ownership, has leased the grass to the neighboring rancher, which has utilized it with mother cows. Depending on the year, stocked it with from 250 to 350 on a six month basis, allowing enough feed for wildlife. Rustlers Paradise Ranch would be an excellent yearling ranch, due to the large amount of "Blue Stem" grass and an elevation that eliminates most of the normal fly problem. The grasses are a hard variety that puts weight on cattle with the least amount of shrink when shipped. MINERALS: All minerals owned by current ownership in, on, or through herein described lands will be conveyed at closing. * Interested parties are responsible for any and all research to their satisfaction, including but not limited to mineral rights. WILDLIFE & RECREATION: Colorado Division of Wildlife's Unit #2, which encompasses the entire ranch, is world renown for its trophy elk and Mule deer. Elk in the 350 and above class and Bucks 180 are taken yearly by the hunters fortunate enough to acquire a license. This unit is a draw unit for both species. Land owners of 160 acres or more receive applications to a land owner's pool; vouchers are then drawn and allocated to them. The land owners then can sell or give at their will vouchers to anyone they choose. Along with elk and deer, wild turkeys roost at the headquarters and can be seen on a regular basis, mountain lion are plentiful, as well as black bear and Antelope are residents to the ranch. IMPROVEMENTS: New to the Rustlers Paradise is a four bedroom custom home. Floors tiled with in-floor heat, handcrafted cabinets by Amish craftsmen, along with the 8-foot kitchen dining table. This home was built with the hands of the owners, and the quality is superb, pride of craftsmanship is everywhere, with a stucco covering and metal roof, one really needs to be present to appreciate the home. Attached is a three-car garage that houses a walk-in cooler for game processing. SUMMARY: The Rustlers Paradise Ranch is a one of a kind property, secluded but not remote, private but very accessible by those invited to visit. The new owner will have many options to consider to enjoy this beautiful ranch. From the pine trees, some 4 feet in diameter, to the red sandstone rocks and abundant wildlife, one has no problem losing oneself in the beauty for days at a time. * Home built in 2003 Water - Water Rights * Yes Mineral Rights * All owned, will be conveyed Fenced * Partial Hunting * Bear Fishing * Yes |
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