11325 COUNTY ROAD 12W
WALDEN, CO 80480

Located in Jackson County, North Fork River Ranch consists of 1727deeded acres, 2236 BLM leased acres, and over 3 miles of the North Fork of the North Platte River. This heavily watered ranch has a significant portfolio of water rights, hay production and exceptional fishing attributes for brown and rainbow trout with 3.1 miles of deep slow-moving beats and willow laden aquatic habitat. A designated Centennial Ranch, this historic hay and cattle ranch has never before been offered for sale. A diverse ranch with multiple residences, historic cabin, heated shop, cattle facilities, historic barns & outbuildings and a 34-space RV campground on over 8 acres on the upper ranch. The ranch includes 104 CFS of senior deeded water rights! At an elevation of 8100’, the agriculture acreage breakdown consists of 560+- acres of upland , 480+- acres of irrigated hay meadows, 305+- acres of irrigated pasture meadows, 250+- acres of river bottom including 37 acres of lakes and ponds. In 2022, the ranch produced 1250 tons of hay and retained a carrying capacity of 250 cow/calf pairs. Deep eddies, shallow riffs and long meanders represent perfect brown trout fishery and occasional rainbow trout. Mule deer, antelope and moose are present year-round. North Park is well known for its waterfowl populations and the ranch is abundant with mallard, goose and teal species. Since 2013 the ranch has been partnered with the Colorado Cattleman’s Land Trust as the majority of the ranch is held in a conservation easement. Opportunities remain for next owner to build their dream home as the ranch retains meaningful building rights through building envelopes within the conservation easement, unencumbered “inholding” residence included in the offering and the unencumbered 8+ acre current RV campground. North Fork River Ranch represents a first time offering and is one of the most diverse ranches in this size and class on today’s market including agriculture and recreational revenue potential.

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