0 N Forest Rd Lake Senica District -- , Globe, AZ 85501(Gila County)

READY FOR THE OFF-GRID LIFE? THEN YOU HAVE FOUND THE ONE! This is a must-see situation for someone looking for just that! The property is located in the Tonto National Forest; it's a private inholding that overlooks the upper salt river canyon from the south rim. The land is scenic, rugged and offers a unique encounter with your own private forest. A premier location that's off-grid, remote and a perfect place for any activities of a sportsmen or outdoor enthusiasts. Year round and seasonal habitat for bear, elk, mountain lion, deer and bobcats to name a few. The altitude varies from approx. 4600ft to 5400ft. There is a seasonal spring that runs through the property, dropping into the canyon below. Lush vegetation: Wildflowers, native grasses, Pinyon and Juniper Woodlands, minerals and history! Abandoned mining property, very isolated and private. More... The Canadian mine is 35 miles north of Globe, located within Tonto National Forest at Salt River Canyon. From Globe take US 60 north to Showlow approximately 30 miles to Seneca Lake Campgrounds. There is an abandoned gas station / trading post on the left (west) side of the road turn left just after the station. Travel west 3.8 miles on Forest Service Road 473 then turn right (north) on Forest Service Trail 382 for approximately .9 mile to a locked private entrance gate. The property consists of three patented lode claims totaling 61.93 acres completely surrounded by Tonto National Forest. Altitude varies from 5400 to 4600ft. At its longest point the property lines extend over a half mile up and over a hill then drops off sharply into Salt River Canyon with elevation changes of 800 feet. F. S. road 473 and F. S. trail 382 serve as the only ingress, egress to the property. F. S. road 473 is maintained by Gila County as contracted by the Forest Service, F. S. trail 382 is maintained by the landowner. F. S. trail 382 continues through the property down into the Salt River Canyon for several miles and divides into three different trails each ending within a quarter mile from the Salt River. There is an intermittent stream that runs through the property dropping into the canyon over a 50 ft. waterfall. Vegetation is Pinyon Pine-Juniper Woodlands. There are numerous old large diameter Pinyon Pines, stringy and alligator Juniper mixed with Manzanita shrubs and Sycamore trees along the creek bed. The average annual rainfall is 17 to 23 inches, 2-4 inches of snow are common during winter. Temperature swings from 10F to 100F have been recorded at Seneca Lake, but historical averages are much more moderate. The Canadian Mine was active from 1920 to 1954 with sporadic operations by several different Lessees, including the US Government. They prospected for deposits of Chrysotile to add to the strategic mineral stockpiles. All the mines are underground workings with 800 feet of tunnels and stopes (large underground rooms). Improvements to the property include culverts installed on F. S. Trail 382, a 30 ft. steel gate with 1in steel cable extending 75ft. out on both sides of the fence posts. A state registered well 300ft. deep with a Grundfos pump installed at 290 ft. Four water tanks totaling 7300 gallons. A 44 yard concrete slab measuring 40ft. x40ft. with 4ft. High walls made AAC jumbo blocks, each block

is 2ft. x4ft. x8in and weighs 200 pounds. A 4ft. x4ft. masonry block outhouse with flush toilet and septic system. Numerous old large diameter Pinyon Pines, stringy & alligator Juniper mixed with Manzanita shrubs & Sycamore trees. Abundant geology and the perfect spot for living life as you wish! Check this opportunity out today!

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