Niobrara River Ranch - A Rare Opportunity for Ranching & Recreation Welcome to the scenic Niobrara River-where ranching potential meets unmatched natural beauty. This expansive property features over 3 miles of the Niobrara River, providing abundant live water for livestock and serving as a vital resource for the area's thriving wildlife population. Whitetail Deer, Mule Deer, Antelope, Elk, Turkey, and Upland Birds are frequent visitors, making this a dream location for hunters and wildlife enthusiasts alike. The ranch is strategically fenced into multiple pastures to support an efficient rotational grazing system. All pastures are well-watered, with a combination of windmills, tanks on pipeline, live water, and solar-powered wells ensuring reliable water access throughout the property. Adding to its value, the ranch holds 134 acres of adjudicated water rights, with 125 acres currently under irrigation via a 7-tower 1999 Zimmatic pivot. This blend of irrigated ground and native pasture offers excellent forage and hay production options to support livestock year-round. While there are no permanent buildings on the property, a well-constructed pipe corral system is in place along Pioneer School Road, providing solid infrastructure for cattle handling. Whether you're looking to expand your current ranching operation or create a world-class hunting reserve, this property is a rare blank canvas with the natural features and resources to support a variety of visions. Don't miss this opportunity to own a stunning piece of the Niobrara River Valley. Directions: From Gordon, NE go East for 14 miles to Lyons Rd Follow Lyons Road 3 miles South to the Trail Road Trail Road East 0.7 miles to the beginning of the ranch Showing Instructions: Call Listing agent to schedule all showings. Wildlife: Big Game, Dove, Ducks, Elk, Geese, Mule Deer, Pheasants, Small Game, Turkey, Whitetail Deer Recreation: Bird Watching, Hiking Trails, Hunting, Watersports Water Access: River Improvements: Corral(s), Fencing, Irrigation System Fencing: Barbed Wire, Cross Fenced, Fenced Soil: Sand Crops: Hay, Potatoes, Rye, Wheat Road Type: Gravel Road Frontage: County Road Horse Amenities: Corral(s) Current Use: Agricultural, Cattle, Farm, Grazing, Hunting, Livestock, Pasture, Recreational, Row Crops Possible Use: Agricultural, Cattle, Farm, Grazing, Hunting, Livestock, Pasture, Recreational, Row Crops
Lot/land
$5,850,000
W Pioneer School Rd, Merriman, NE 69218
0beds
0baths
4,080Acres
Unimproved Land
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4,080 Acres Lot
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What's special
Gravel road frontageIrrigation systemWell-constructed pipe corral system
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Listed by:
Jeff Garrett 308-672-6334,
#1 Properties Ranch and Recreation
Source: My State MLS,MLS#: 11527381
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 0
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Finished area above ground: 0
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Property
Features
- Exterior features: Sprinkler System
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Farm, Private, River, Scenic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: Riverfront
- Body of water: Niobrara River
Lot
- Size: 4,080 Acres
- Features: Trees
Details
- Lease amount: $0
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Merriman
Financial & listing details
- Annual tax amount: $17,749
- Date on market: 6/30/2025
- Date available: 05/02/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive
Jeff Garrett
Jeff Garrett
(308) 672-6334
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $5,850,000 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 69218
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Gordon-Rushville Elementary-GordonGrades: PK-5Distance: 18.5 mi
- 4/10Gordon-Rushville Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 30.7 mi
- 4/10Gordon-Rushville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 18.5 mi
- Nebraska
- Cherry County
- Merriman
- 69218
- W Pioneer School Rd