South Platte River Farm and Hunting PropertyThis is truly a one of a kind property that is rarely offered for sale. This one 138 acre tract boasts nearly 1/2 mile of South Platte River frontage. There are 100 irrigated acres with excellent water rights and abundant opportunities for the future owner of this property.On the recreational front, a large, healthy resident turkey population calls this property home. It's also home to a large duck and goose population along the river and on the property. Deer also frequent the river bottom and the lush grasslands on the farm.From an agricultural standpoint, the new owner could continue to cash rent only the farm land for $17,500/year or, one could farm it themselves. A purebred cattle operation and/or horse facility would also fit nicely on this property. All ground is sub irrigated and raises excellent crops.The farm abuts a state wildlife area to the north. The current owner has begun discussions with regarding possible conservation easement along the river. More details on this are available. There is aggregate on the property if the new owner would like to explore the option of mining sand and gravel.There are preliminary designs and cost figures to re-route the Behrens ditch through the property and dig new duck ponds. There are several warm water sloughs ideal for waterfowl hunting.This is an excellent opportunity to own river front property in Colorado's Front Range. If you're looking for a property that can work financially, this is the one.
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