East Parcel of Silver Springs Ranch
This 595-acre sporting property is located in Montezuma County Colorado, approximately 5 miles East of the town of Dolores. The nearest airport that provides commercial airline service can be found in Durango, CO. The Silver Springs Ranch has ample opportunity for world class Mule Deer hunting, as well as Elk, Bear, and Turkey. Nearby recreational activities include fishing, backpacking, boating, rafting and camping. Surrounded on three sides by the San Juan National forest, the Silver Springs Ranch truly captures all of Colorados finest features!
Location:
The closest town to Silver Springs Ranch is Dolores, CO sitting at 6,982 feet above sea level. The first settlers of Dolores were Spanish priests who opened the area for settlement in 1776. However, the original inhabitants, the Puebloans, had inhabited the area until 1300. Many of their artifacts can still be found in the area surround...
The closest town to Silver Springs Ranch is Dolores, CO sitting at 6,982 feet above sea level. The first settlers of Dolores were Spanish priests who opened the area for settlement in 1776. However, the original inhabitants, the Puebloans, had inhabited the area until 1300. Many of their artifacts can still be found in the area surrounding Dolores. Cattlemen arrived in the Dolores River Valley in 1876 which, in present day, is the area beneath McPhee Reservoir. A railhead was established in 1891 in present day Dolores, which began the development of Dolores as it sits today.
Ranch / Property Attributes:
The property sits on top of the Hay Camp Mesa so the topography is relatively flat, and includes meadows that are sub-irrigated by several natural springs. There are pine trees that cover about 40% of the property, 20% oak brush and the balance is open pasture/meadows. A cabin is already in place with stunning views of the Dolores River Valley, Sleeping Ute Mountain, and the San Juan Mountains. If you choose to bring livestock on the property there is a grazing pasture and two ponds for drinking water. The remainder of the acreage remains undeveloped and is a blank canvas for your imagination. The parcel of land immediately to the West is part of the Silver Springs Ranch but is being sold separately, however access to the East parcel can be granted through National Forest Roads
Improvements:
The Silver Springs Ranch comes with a cabin that is approximately 900 sq. ft., which is plenty of space for a Colorado mountain retreat.
Hunting:
The Silver Springs Ranch lies within GMU 73, which is known for its world record Mule Deer and large number of Boone & Crockett trophy entries, 11th in the world to be exact. The property qualifies for Landowner Preference Tags, with great odds for archery, muzzle loading, and rifle. In 2016 Colorado residents with 3+ points for Mule Deer drew 100% of the time while non-residents with 5+ points drew 100% of the time for 4th season rifle. The ranch provides good habitat for Elk and Bear, both of which have tremendous draw odds with very few preference points. Turkey can be found in large populations on the property and tags can be obtained over the counter for both Spring and Fall.
Fishing:
The best local fishing around Silver Springs Ranch can be found below McPhee Reservoir, about 16 miles from the property. The Reservoir contains catfish, white bass, small and large mouth bass, crappie, walleye, and trout. If you have a boat McPhee Reservoir is your go to as well.
Other Recreational Activities:
Since the property borders National Forest land, you have access to great skiing, snowmobiling, camping, and backpacking as well. If you are looking for a resort getaway, the nearest is the Durango Mountain Resort, about an hour away, or Purgatory Resort is two hours away.
Summary:
The East parcel of the Silver Springs Ranch is truly a unique property for outdoorsman of any kind. With access to all of Colorados outdoor sports, the recreation opportunities are endless and give you something to do every season. The water running through the property provides for irrigation that is already in place for you with no maintenance costs associated, along with a pasture and wells for your livestock needs. This property is an outdoorsmans dream, why not chase it?
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