1,280-Acre Ranch in the San Luis Valley of Colorado
This 1,280± acre hay and cattle ranch for sale near Saguache, Colorado offers a rare opportunity to own a productive and well-developed agricultural operation in the scenic San Luis Valley. The ranch includes a three-bedroom home, indoor and outdoor riding arenas, cattle pens, and infrastructure designed for efficient hay production, livestock management, and equine activities. With abundant water resources including surface water rights and multiple agricultural wells, the property supports both center pivot and flood irrigation. The ranch consistently produces significant hay yields, averaging about 575 tons annually over the past five years and with the capability of producing more than 800 tons per year. Wildlife is also abundant, with large elk herds frequently present during hunting season and multiple elk tags issued annually, creating additional income potential.
Colorado Ranch for Sale with Home, Indoor Arena & 1,280± Acres in the San Luis Valley
The property is offered as a complete 1,280± acre ranch or as two separate parcels. The North Ranch, located at 51273 County Road X, includes 520± acres with a renovated 1,448-square-foot three-bedroom ranch home, year-round Saguache Creek, pipe corrals, a loading chute, and fencing designed for livestock operations. Approximately 130± acres are under pivot irrigation with additional flood-irrigated ground capable of producing more than 400 tons of hay annually. The South Ranch, located at 50550 County Road X, consists of 760± acres and features a 12,160-square-foot indoor arena with shop, office, horse stalls, and turnouts, along with a 2,560-square-foot covered storage area for hay and equipment. The property also includes an outdoor arena, cattle handling facilities, and is fenced and cross-fenced. Surrounded by working ranches and sweeping mountain views, the ranch sits just minutes from public land access and only six miles from Saguache, with Monte Vista, Alamosa, and Salida all within a 40 to 50 minute drive. This property presents a unique opportunity to expand a ranching operation or enjoy a productive agricultural lifestyle in Colorado.
Additional Information
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Finished SqFt: 1,448 ±
- Acreage: 1,280 ± acres
- Address: 50550 & 51273 County Road X, Saguache, CO 81149
- Listing Agent: Jon Adams | 719-207-3666
Outdoor Recreation and Public Land Access Near Saguache, Colorado
The area surrounding Saguache in the scenic San Luis Valley is known for its exceptional outdoor recreation and access to vast public lands. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy world-class elk and deer hunting, trout fishing in nearby rivers and alpine lakes, horseback riding, and miles of scenic trails for hiking and ATV exploration. The region is also close to the rugged landscapes of Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, where visitors can hike towering sand dunes, sandboard, and experience some of the darkest night skies in the country. With nearby access to national forests, mountain passes, and pristine wilderness areas, the Saguache region offers year-round adventure while maintaining the quiet, wide-open landscapes that make the San Luis Valley one of Colorado’s most desirable places for ranching and outdoor living.
