4369 Cattle Drive

Description

7C Ranch is a turn-key cattle ranch outside the ranching community of Crawford, in the heart of the North Fork Valley, Western Colorado. This idyllic ranch is situated in a picturesque, private, and serene setting on The Grandview Mesa perched along the rim of the Smith Fork Canyon to the south. With spectacular views of the West Elk Mountain Range, the Ragged Mountains, The Grand Mesa and the North Fork Valley below, this property has exceptional views in all directions. This area of Western Colorado is known for its mild climate, beautiful views, bountiful fruit farms, vineyards, and farm-to-table agriculture. The ranching town of Crawford lies at the base of the West Elk Mountain range with hundreds of thousands of acres of BLM and Forest Service lands providing easy access to hunting and recreation. The property includes approximately 1,079 acres, with 4 homes, 2 over-sized garages, a 6000sf shed with a newly built apartment. Unlike many large ranches in Western Colorado, there are no Conservation Easements or restrictions on the 7C Ranch. A buyer can leave the ranch unrestricted, or place a Conservation Easement anywhere on the land to recoup investment. The ranch owns 6 domestic water taps and extensive irrigation water rights, which include 903 shares of The GRANDVIEW DITCH AND CANAL COMPANY and 243 Acre Feet of the CRAWFORD WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT (Smith Fork Project/Crawford Reservoir Water). Irrigation has been extensively updated with a piping system that feeds 4 center pivots, 2 wheel-lines and gated pipe. There is ample irrigation for hayfields and pasture. There are cow corrals with a squeeze chute and alleyway, providing efficient cattle working facilities. 7C Ranch comes with a 253 head Forest Service Grazing Permit in the Leroux Creek Grazing Allotment, allowing for summer grazing cattle in the high-country, while harvesting hay for winter. 7C Ranch comes with extensive farming and ranch equipment, making it a truly turn-key cattle ranch. 7C Ranch also has excellent hunting and is located in GMU 63. Known for world-class mule deer, the ranch qualifies for Colorados Landowner Preference Program for landowner tags. Its your choice whether you use these tags for yourself, your family and friends, or sell them for additional income. The ranch is an hours drive from both Montrose and Grand Junction regional airports. It is a 2-hour drive to world class skiing, dining, and shopping in Aspen, Telluride, Crested Butte and Vail. 7C Ranch is a rare opportunity to own a turn-key ranch in one of the most beautiful settings in all of Colorado.