Hayden Yampa River Ranch
With 1/4 mile of centerline Yampa River frontage, this 360 acres is located 23 miles west of Steamboat Springs! It is near the end of a quiet county-maintained road, and is a 3-mile drive to the regional airport. Approximately 240 acres consist of productive hay meadows that have been flood irrigated for nearly 140 years! The hay producer has consistently harvested 2-3 tons per acre on this ranch, which provides income for the ranch owner. Extensive irrigation water rights are delivered by the Williams and the Walker ditches that take water from the Yampa River upstream. A dense cottonwood forest covers approximately 120 acres of the north end which is bordered by the river. The combination of the lush meadows and forested land is irresistible to an impressive amount of bird species and wildlife. Bordered by land held in conservation by The Nature Conservancy, it is an ideal property fo...
With 1/4 mile of centerline Yampa River frontage, this 360 acres is located 23 miles west of Steamboat Springs! It is near the end of a quiet county-maintained road, and is a 3-mile drive to the regional airport. Approximately 240 acres consist of productive hay meadows that have been flood irrigated for nearly 140 years! The hay producer has consistently harvested 2-3 tons per acre on this ranch, which provides income for the ranch owner. Extensive irrigation water rights are delivered by the Williams and the Walker ditches that take water from the Yampa River upstream. A dense cottonwood forest covers approximately 120 acres of the north end which is bordered by the river. The combination of the lush meadows and forested land is irresistible to an impressive amount of bird species and wildlife. Bordered by land held in conservation by The Nature Conservancy, it is an ideal property for a conservation easement. The scenic river valley location is fewer than 2 miles from Hayden, a charming community with a grocery store, restaurants, a new K-12 school, fairgrounds, skateboard park, a coffee house, and a fun summertime farmers market. Steamboat Springs is an easy 23 miles drive on US Highway 40 and is home to a world-renowned ski resort, diverse dining options, interesting cultural attractions, and boutique shops. With no covenants, great views of the snow-covered flattops range to the south, and proximity to local and resort amenities, the ranch presents many opportunities for the next generation of ownership.
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