It is a rare gem of farm & ranch land at high altitudes and in an area mostly owned by the federal government (94%+/-). Situated just 3 miles northeast of San Juan's county seat, Monticello, Utah. This 1,500+/- property has it all. Many acreages, varying terrain & foliage, hunting, and located central to national parks, monuments, mountain ranges, and recreational sites. The farm has 1250 tillable acres and produces 600 acres of wheat and 600 acres of fallow generally.
The wide-open views of the Lasal mountains on the north, the Abajo mountains to the west, and Colorado's state to the east are breathtaking. From the fairly flat farmed land to the winding draws that enhance the property. This property provides plenty of opportunities. Cattle grazing, crop farming, hunting, and potential development are sources of revenue production. Water on the property is provided via Spring-creek. The source for the 239-acre foot reservoir is located on the property's northwest corner-several watering holes filled with the usual high water table. BLM land is on the northeast corner, and a county road provides access to the south.
There is a shed on the northern end of the property, with 2ea 7500 bushel bins on the south end. Fencing & cross fencing is in place for cattle grazing. Unimproved roads provide access throughout the property.
Hunting on the property is currently being handled through a CWMU (cooperative wildlife management unit). The land should qualify for landowner tags per system guidelines but would have to be applied for. Deer, elk, bear, & other species of hunting are highly sought after in this area. Most tags are handled through the Utah division of wildlife draw, with the possibility of over-the-counter tags for certain areas. Tags in this area are considered a Premium-tag because of the quality & quantity that history shows. The Lasal & Abajo mountains are well-known hotspots. You can find Fishing in mountain lakes, streams, or on the Green & Colorado rivers.
The area's history is somewhat overwhelming, with the federal government operating a uranium processing mill in the 1950s to the mining of uranium & vanadium. The 18 hole hideout golf course is rated #2 in the state. The old Spanish trail trade route passed through the area from 1829-1850. The national parks, monuments, and recreational attributes of the area are many. Canyonlands needles district is 40 miles away. Arches national park is 60 and close to Moab, Utah. Bear's Ears National Monument is a short drive away. The area is scenic in summer & winter.
To schedule a showing for this property, please contact :
"DUKE"
Kent D Boyington (801-710-0623 mobile) (801-745-0237 office)