Beautiful & hidden in Southeastern Utah is this 1360+/- acre farm and ranch. Creeks run through the wildlife-filled canyons surrounding three sides of the 900+/- acres of organic fields. Spring-fed ponds provide water & habitat for Elk, Mule Deer, Black Bear, Mountain Lion, Waterfowl, and many other birds and small game. Over-the-counter Any-Bull Elk Tags are available for this hard-to-find hunting property. The ponds provide excellent habitat for waterfowl and other birds and are deep enough for fish to survive. An old homestead sits on the Northeast corner of the ranch, with barbed-wire fencing on several sides of the property. Canyon rims provide views of the manicured fields and deep canyons, and you have great views of the distant mountains. The wide-open skies enhance this magnificent landscape.
LAND
900+/- acres of organic rotational crops (e.g. Winter Wheat, Safflower, Beans, and Sunflower) have been grown on the property.
6400' elevation
Monument Creek runs on the west side of the property
Juniper and Pinyon pines, and Sagebrush
Excellent habitat for Mule Deer and Elk
WATER
Spring fed ponds of various sizes
No water rights currently (they are available on a limited basis for domestic, stock, and irrigation)
BOUNDARY
BLM borders the North and Westside
State Trust land on the Southwest.
Private landowners on the East; and most of the Southern boundary
ACCESS
Multiple roads from Hwy #491 lead to the property.
County roads are paved and dirt and provide year-round access
INCOME
Organic Winter Wheat is the main crop farmed on the property, with Fallow crops rotated in.
Hunting could be used as another source of income (not currently an income-generating source)
No Conservation Easements are currently in place
IMPROVEMENTS
Perimeter fencing of the property
A county dirt road is the main route through the property
Homestead and windmill located on Northeast portion of the property
RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Game Management Unit 14A (San Juan, Abajo Mtns)
Mule Deer, Elk, Black Bear, Mountain Lion, Coyote, Fox, and other small game are on the property frequently, with excellent hunting opportunities.
Any Bull Elk-Tags are available over-the-counter.
The property qualifies for 2 Landowner Deer Tags (must be applied for every year by August 1. Check for current application rules and dates)
The draw deadline for the San Juan hunt unit is held in February each year
The fishing enthusiast can find fishing at Monticello, Spring, and Loyds Lakes in the Abajo Mountains near Monticello, Utah. Also in the area are Recapture & Blanding Reservoirs. (Brown and Rainbow Trout are the main target fish)
Lake Powell is a nearby warm water fishery with lots of bass
Fisherman are also pursuing Catfish and Sunfish, which they can catch in the local reservoirs
With Canyon Lands National Park nearby; hiking, biking, off-roading, and UTV riding are at a premium.
Lake Powell is popular for boating.
The area is one of the Pinto Bean capitals of the world
Well known for its wild doves
Anasazi Indians cultivated corn, squash, and beans
Cliff Dwellings can be found throughout the area by history seekers
Hovenweep National Monument has prehistoric villages
LOCATION
Dove Creek, Colorado (30 minutes) Gas, groceries, supplies, hospital, restaurants
Cortez, Colorado (1 hour) Municipal Airport
Monticello, Utah (50 minutes)
Moab, Utah (1.75 hours)
Salt Lake (5.5 hours) and Albuquerque (5 hours) International Airports
Durango Mountain Ski Resort (2.5 hours)
Dunton Hot Springs (2 hours)
SUMMARY
The secluded Canyon Creek Farm & Ranch is home to outstanding wildlife and picturesque views. The organic fields are a peaceful and calming contrast to the canyons and creek that provide a good source of income.
For more information, and to schedule a showing, please contact:
"DUKE" Kent D. Boyington 801-710-0623 / Duke@