9845 3775 Road, Hotchkiss, CO 81419

The 292 Acre North Fork Peaks Ranch | Near Hotchkiss, CO Set against the picturesque backdrop of Land's End and Lamborn Mountain, this 292-acre ranch offers a great combination of farming, ranching, and other opportunities just minutes from the charming town of Hotchkiss. This property allows you to build your dream lifestyle without covenants or conservation easements. Whether that is putting up hay to sell, raising hay for livestock, growing fruit trees, grapes, or raising livestock. Irrigated Ground & Water Rights Approximately 90 acres are under a center pivot irrigation system, producing impressive alfalfa/grass mix tonnage year after year. With some minor improvements, yields could be further increased, and irrigation infrastructure could be expanded. The farm comes with ample irrigation water rights dating back to 1907, which will be outlined in the associated documents. There are 2 valuable Bone Mesa domestic water taps with the property. Native Pasture, Ponds & Wildlife The remaining 202 acres feature native pasture, ideal for some seasonal grazing with adequate fencing around the property. Three picturesque fish ponds enhance the property, creating excellent habitat for wildlife and waterfowl. This property qualifies for the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Landowner Voucher Program in GMU 53, offering the potential for a coveted mule deer buck tag. Unit 53 is a highly coveted mule deer hunting unit known for producing trophy-quality bucks. There are mule deer and elk that will frequent the property more often in the fall. Currently, there is a resident herd of deer that is out on the field periodically. Home & Improvements A modest 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom 1949 square foot home sits on the property along with a 3-car garage, offering a comfortable place to live or a ranch base of operations. The home has had some upgrades done to the interior. With just a few additions, the property could easily become the foundation of a cattle operation. There is a machine shed on the property and a well house to protect the pump that runs the center pivot. Mountain Scenery & Ideal Location Framed by the iconic peaks of Lands End and Lamborn Mountain, the views to the east are simply impressive. To the northwest, you can see Grand Mesa. Located just a short drive from Hotchkiss, you’ll enjoy the convenience of town amenities, schools, and groceries, while relishing the tranquility of country living. Whether you’re looking to farm, ranch, recreate, or just settle into a piece of Colorado, this property delivers the land, the water, the opportunity, and the views to make it all happen.