Telluride Mesa Ranch

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$8,200,000

Placerville, Colorado

2080± ACRES

$8,200,000

Placerville, Colorado

2080± ACRES

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About this Ranch



Telluride Mesa Ranch: A Legacy Holding in Telluride’s Premier Recreation Corridor



Telluride Mesa Ranch is a rare 2,080± deeded acre offering located just 45± minutes from Telluride Mountain Village. Set on Beaver Mesa with panoramic views of the San Juan Mountains, including Little Cone and the Telluride ski area, this ranch presents a compelling mix of production, wildlife, and lifestyle value. The property is ideally suited for use as a recreational retreat, working ranch, or long-term investment with development potential.



• Trophy Hunting: Located in GMU 70 with over-the-counter elk tags for residents and landowner mule deer vouchers.
• Water Resources: Senior water rights and six registered ponds.
• Grazing Capacity: Historically supports 300± pairs for four months annually.
• Improvements: 1,408± square foot cabin, pipe corrals, and working pens.
• Development Potential: Three approved building envelopes within the conservation easement and 40± acres unencumbered by the conservation easement.
• Access & Location: 3± miles from year-round access and 45± minutes from Telluride.



Telluride Mesa Ranch offers prime hunting opportunities within Colorado Game Management Unit 70, one of the most sought-after areas in the state. Resident hunters benefit from over-the-counter elk tags for residents during the 2nd and 3rd rifle seasons, while archery seasons enjoy high success draw odds. The ranch has a proven record of producing bulls in the 300–350” range and trophy-class mule deer. In peak migration periods, over 500 head of elk have been observed on the property, underscoring its reputation as a vital habitat and travel corridor. Turkey and blue grouse are also abundant throughout the ranch’s varied terrain.



The ranch includes approximately 2,080± deeded acres, with roughly half irrigated by senior water rights out of the J&M Hughes Ditch. Six registered ponds enhance both agricultural and wildlife value. The ranch has traditionally run ±300 head for four months per year, providing a dependable seasonal income through both grazing and outfitting operations.



Improvements include a 1,200± sqft. three-bedroom, two-bath ranch home with spring-fed water and commanding views of the surrounding peaks. Pipe corrals, working pens, and an internal road system support ongoing operations. A 3,000±-foot airstrip is also located on the property, though it is not currently in use.



Protected by a Cattlemen’s Association conservation easement, the ranch retains the ability to build within three approved envelopes—perfect for private residences, guest homes, or a legacy estate. Located just 3± miles from year-round road access and 45± minutes from Telluride’s world-class skiing, dining, and air service, the ranch offers both seclusion and accessibility.



The eastern 700± acres of Telluride Mesa Ranch—including approximately 40± acres that are not subject to the existing conservation easement—are being offered separately at a listing price of $3,500,000.



Telluride Mesa Ranch is a rare opportunity to own a substantial, income-producing, and visually stunning ranch in one of Colorado’s most coveted regions. With its size, location, and mix of amenities, it’s a true legacy holding for generations to come.

Photo Gallery

Picturesque View of Telluride Mesa Ranch, featuring 2080± Acres of Lush Landscape and distant Mountains, under beautiful sunset light- A Colorado Ranch For Sale
Rustic, 1408± SF Cabin, surrounded by Buck and Rail Fencing, amidst Lush, Expansive Pastures, with Mountains in the distance- Telluride Mesa Ranch
Early evening light sets behind 1408± SF Ranch Cabin, amidst Lush Grass Fields and a large Grove of Aspens, on Telluride Mesa Ranch
Sunset view of Telluride Mesa Ranch and 1408± SF Cabin, surrounded by Lush Grass Fields, Aspen Groves, Pine Trees and the San Juan Mountains
Bird's Eye View of Elk Herd, with Cows and Calves, moving through Lush Grass Fields on Telluride Mesa Ranch- Prime Hunting Terrain in GMU 70
Vast, Lush Landscape of Telluride Mesa Ranch, featuring 2080± Acres of Grass Fields and a Ranch Cabin, surrounded by the breathtaking San Juan Mountains
Bird's Eye View of 1408± SF Ranch Cabin, surrounded by Buck and Rail Fencing, Grass Fields, Green Aspen Trees and San Juan Mountains
Beautiful Colorado Sunset over the San Juan Mountain Range and Verdant Pastures of Telluride Mesa Ranch- A Colorado Ranch For Sale
Late afternoon sun, casts a warm light across Expansive, Lush Grass Fields, surrounded by purple clouds and a sloped mountainside, on Telluride Mesa Ranch
Lush Green Fields and San Juan Mountains expand across the 2080± Acre Colorado Property, Telluride Mesa Ranch- A Colorado Ranch For Sale
Green, Lush Fields and San Juan Mountains expand across Colorado's Telluride Mesa Ranch, under lavender sunset skies
Herd of Elk moving through Lush Grass Fields near Aspen Groves, on Telluride Mesa Ranch, in GMU 70, Prime Colorado Hunting Territory
Warm sunlight sets over the Horizon, behind the 1408± SF Ranch Home, casting shadows on the Lush, Expansive Landscape of Telluride Mesa Ranch
Warm sunlight shines through purple sunset clouds, casting shadows across the Expansive Grass Landscape, of Telluride Mesa Ranch
Aspen Groves line the horizon, behind the Rustic Ranch Cabin and Expansive Grass Fields on Telluride Mesa Ranch- A Colorado Ranch For Sale
Five Hunters stand above harvested Bull Elk, amidst Expansive Grass Fields and snow-covered mountains, on Prime Hunting Property, Telluride Mesa Ranch
Large Black Bear standing on Colorado Hillside, filled with Green Trees, Tall Grass and Wildflowers, on Telluride Mesa Ranch, in GMU 70 Territory
View of Elk Herd, through Aspen Trees and Green Foliage, on Colorado Hillside- Telluride Mesa Ranch, Prime Hunting Terrain in GMU 70 Territory
Large Elk wandering through Lush Mountain Meadow, under towering Aspens, on Telluride Mesa Ranch, in GMU 70 Territory
Large Bull Elk walking under Aspen Grove, amongst the Lush Grass Hillside within Prime Hunting Property- Telluride Mesa Ranch, in GMU 70 Territory
Trophy Bull Elk Harvested in Open Terrain, on Telluride Mesa Ranch, a 2080± Acre, Colorado Hunting Property For Sale, in GMU 70 Territory
Two Bull Elk stand under towering Colorado Aspens, amidst green foliage and grassy hillsides, on Telluride Mesa Ranch- Prime Hunting Ranch, in GMU 70
Two Colorado Hunters stand proudly over freshly Harvested Bull Elk, in GMU 70 Territory, on Telluride Mesa Ranch- A Colorado Ranch For Sale
Large Bull Elk migrating through tall grasses in the dense Aspen Forest, within Telluride Mesa Ranch, in GMU 70 Territory
Large Elk Herd migrating through Expansive Grass Fields, toward Lush Summer Aspen Trees, under the San Juan Mountains, on Telluride Mesa Ranch
Bull Elk wanders through Tall Grass Meadow amidst Towering Aspen Trees, on Telluride Mesa Ranch- Prime Hunting Terrain in GMU 70 Territory
Warm afternoon sunlight casts a warm glow on Expansive Ranch Pasture, with Elk Migrating through, under sunset skies- Telluride Mesa Ranch
Two Elk wander through Mountain Meadow, under towering Aspen Trees, on Telluride Mesa Ranch- A Colorado Ranch For Sale, in GMU 70 Territory
Posterior View of Large Bull Elk, standing amidst Tall Grasses and Wildflowers, under Colorado Aspen Groves, on Telluride Mesa Ranch
Two Hunters kneel above Harvested Bull Elk, under dense Aspen Forest, on Telluride Mesa Ranch- Prime Hunting Terrain in GMU 70 Territory
Hunter kneels behind freshly Harvested Bull Elk, amidst open Terrain and Winter Brush, with Mountains in the distance- Telluride Mesa Ranch
Telluride Mesa Ranch resident, holds up freshly harvested Bull Elk Antlers, amidst Autumn Terrain, under the San Juan Mountain Range, in GMU 70 Territory
Hunter stands with freshly Harvested Turkey, in front of the Lush, Green Field and surrounding San Juan Mountains, on Telluride Mesa Ranch
Fall View of Telluride Mesa Ranch, featuring cattle grazing in Expansive Meadows, under Colorado’s San Juan Mountains, amongst dense Aspen and Pine Forests
Gorgeous, deep-orange to purple sunset light, sets under clouds, behind the Colorado Mountainous Horizon, on Telluride Mesa Ranch
Herd of Cattle grazing amongst the Expansive Pastures, under the towering San Juan Mountain Range and deep blue storm clouds, on Telluride Mesa Ranch
Warm pink sunlight, sets on the Mountainous horizon, with Cattle Chutes and green grass in the foreground, on Telluride Mesa Ranch
Deep blue clouds move over the Vast, Golden Fields and Aspen Forests on 2080± Acre Property, Telluride Mesa Ranch- A Colorado Ranch For Sale
Cows grazing amidst tall grass Pastures and Aspen Groves, under snow-covered San Juan Mountains, on Colorado's Telluride Mesa Ranch
Herd of Cattle grazing in Vast, Green Pastures, under snow-covered San Juan Mountains and bright blue skies, on Telluride Mesa Ranch
Double rainbow arching from the storm clouds, onto the dense Pine and Aspen Forest, on Telluride Mesa Ranch
Buck and Rail Fence within Expansive, Lush Pastures, near dense Aspen Forests, with San Juan Mountains in the distance, on Telluride Mesa Ranch
Picturesque View of Elk Herd, amidst Golden Grass Fields, under Winter Aspen Forests and Snow-Covered Mountains, on Telluride Mesa Ranch- GMU 70
American Flag towers over Ranch Fencing and Expansive Landscape of Telluride Mesa Ranch, with snow-covered Mountains in the distance- A Colorado Ranch For Sale
View from kitchen in Main Home on Telluride Mesa Ranch, featuring beautiful Golden Fields, Aspen Groves and snow-covered San Juan Mountains
Breathtaking View of 2080± Acre Colorado Ranch For Sale, Telluride Mesa Ranch- Featuring Expansive, Green Meadows, under the San Juan Mountain Range
Deep-colored Sunset Sky, of pink, purple and orange, casts shadows on the Mountains and Meadows of Telluride Mesa Ranch
Snow-covered Colorado Mountain towers above deep green Forest Trees and Lush Landscape on Telluride Mesa Ranch
Four Mule Deer Bucks stand at attention in Expansive, Golden Meadows of Telluride Mesa Ranch, Prime Hunting Terrain in GMU 70 Territory
Posterior View of six Bucks, walking toward the Aspen Forest, on Telluride Mesa Ranch, Prime Hunting Terrain in GMU 70
Light dusting of snow covers the Golden Grass Fields on Telluride Mesa Ranch, under beautiful sunset skies and San Juan Mountains
Beautiful Pink and Purple Sunset over Telluride Mesa Ranch, featuring Colorado Mountains, Aspen Forest, Ranch Fencing, Tall Green Grass Fields and Purple Wildflowers
Close-up View of American Pine Marten, on Colorado Property, Telluride Mesa Ranch
Guest Bedroom within Main Home on Telluride Mesa Ranch, featuring a full bed, hard-surface floors and a large window with Scenic Views
Guest Bedroom within Telluride Mesa Ranch, Main Home- Featuring a large window with Scenic Views, ample natural light and a full bed
Rustic-style Kitchen with garden window and hard-surface floors, in Main Home on Telluride Mesa Ranch
Warm, Open, Rustic Kitchen Space within Main Home on Telluride Mesa Ranch, featuring wood cabinetry and hard-surface floors
Large Living Room within Ranch Home, vaulted ceilings, antler mounts and deep colors- Telluride Mesa Ranch, Prime Colorado Hunting Property For Sale
Spacious Master Bedroom with two large windows, scenic views and hard-surface floors, on Telluride Mesa Ranch
Master Bedroom Space within Telluride Mesa Ranch Main Home, featuring two Large Windows with Scenic Views and a King Bed
Spacious, Open Floor Plan of Living Room and Kitchen spaces, Vaulted Ceilings and Wood Trim with Rustic Ranch Styling- Telluride Mesa Ranch

Property Details

Price: $8,200,000

Address:
8325 County Rd M44
Placerville, Colorado
81423

Acres: 2080±

Features:

  • Game Management Unit 70
  • Senior Water Rights
  • 6 Registered Ponds
  • 1408± sqft Cabin

For More Information:

Seth Craft, ALC

Seth@M4RanchGroup.com

(970) 787-0864

Dan Murphy, ALC

2025 RLI President

Dan@M4RanchGroup.com

(970) 209-1514

Maps

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