1,280 ± Acre Irrigated Ranch for Sale in CO San Luis Valley

Productive
Colorado Hay Ranch with Water Rights and Elk Hunting Near Saguache

This 1,280± acre hay and cattle ranch for sale near Saguache,
Colorado offers a rare opportunity to own a productive and well-developed
agricultural operation in the scenic San Luis Valley. The ranch includes a
three-bedroom home, indoor and outdoor riding arenas, cattle pens, and
infrastructure designed for efficient hay production, livestock management, and
equine activities. With abundant water resources including surface water rights
and multiple agricultural wells, the property supports both center pivot and
flood irrigation. The ranch consistently produces significant hay yields,
averaging about 575 tons annually over the past five years and with the
capability of producing more than 800 tons per year. Wildlife is also abundant,
with large elk herds frequently present during hunting season and multiple elk
tags issued annually, creating additional income potential.

Colorado Ranch
for Sale with Home, Indoor Arena & 1,280± Acres in the San Luis Valley

The property is offered as a complete 1,280± acre ranch
or as two separate parcels. The North Ranch, located at 51273 County
Road X, includes 520± acres with a renovated 1,448-square-foot
three-bedroom ranch home, year-round Saguache Creek, pipe corrals, a loading
chute, and fencing designed for livestock operations. Approximately 130±
acres are under pivot irrigation with additional flood-irrigated ground
capable of producing more than 400 tons of hay annually. The South Ranch,
located at 50550 County Road X, consists of 760± acres and features a
12,160-square-foot indoor arena with shop, office, horse stalls, and turnouts,
along with a 2,560-square-foot covered storage area for hay and equipment. The
property also includes an outdoor arena, cattle handling facilities, and
is fenced and cross-fenced. Surrounded by working ranches and sweeping mountain views,
the ranch sits just minutes from public land access and only six miles from
Saguache, with Monte Vista, Alamosa, and Salida all within a 40 to 50 minute
drive. This property presents a unique opportunity to expand a ranching
operation or enjoy a productive agricultural lifestyle in Colorado.

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 Additional Information

• Bedrooms: 3
• Bathrooms: 1
• Finished SqFt: 1,448 ±
• Acreage: 1,280 ± acres
• Address: 50550 & 51273 County Road X, Saguache, CO
  81149
• Listing Agent: Jon Adams | 719-207-3666 

Outdoor Recreation and Public Land Access Near Saguache,
Colorado

The area surrounding Saguache in the scenic San Luis
Valley is known for its exceptional outdoor recreation and access to vast
public lands. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy world-class elk and deer hunting,
trout fishing in nearby rivers and alpine lakes, horseback riding, and miles of
scenic trails for hiking and ATV exploration. The region is also close to the
rugged landscapes of Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, where
visitors can hike towering sand dunes, sandboard, and experience some of the darkest
night skies in the country. With nearby access to national forests, mountain
passes, and pristine wilderness areas, the Saguache region offers year-round
adventure while maintaining the quiet, wide-open landscapes that make the San
Luis Valley one of Colorado’s most desirable places for ranching and outdoor
living.