North Fork Peaks Ranch

North Fork Peaks Ranch: Senior Water Rights and Versatile Ag Potential

With the two landmark peaks Lamborn and Landsend towering in the background. This 292±-deeded acre property combines farming, ranching, and endless opportunity. Located just outside Hotchkiss, Colorado, North Fork Peaks Ranch allows you the chance to build your desired lifestyle. With coveted water rights, hay meadows, fertile ground, waterfowl and big game hunting, this ranch stands out on all fronts.

•Water Rights & Irrigation: 1904 water decree providing 3.75± CFS from Cottonwood Creek, delivered via a 90± acre center pivot irrigation sprinkler system.

•Wildlife & Habitat: Resident mule deer, seasonal elk, and strong waterfowl presence on three ponds, two of which have reliable year-round water.

•Improvements: 1,949± square foot home, three-car garage, an equipment shed, and potential for additional home site with existing water tap and power. There are no covenants or conservation easements on the ranch.

• Grazing & Pasture: 202± acres of native ground support seasonal grazing for livestock or wildlife.

•Recreation & Hunting:Landowner Preference Program eligible with strong big game presence and natural cover.

Water and Irrigation
A 1904 water decree provides the ranch with 3.75 c.f.s from Cottonwood Creek, which feeds into a 90-acre center pivot irrigation system, resulting in a thriving alfalfa and grass mix that yields approximately 2 tons per acre of high-quality hay, suitable to be sold or fed to your own livestock. There are two year round ponds, and one seasonal pond on the ranch that offer exceptional fishing and waterfowl habitat.

Native Pasture and Wildlife
North Fork Peaks Ranch is located in Game Management Unit 53 within a crucial elk migration corridor, and is eligible to apply for the Landowner Preference Program, increasing your chances of securing big game tags. The ranch supports a herd of resident mule deer, sees consistent elk activity in the fall and winter months, and provides seasonal habitat for the waterfowl. In addition to the 90± irrigated acres of hay and alfalfa mix, there are 202± acres of native vegetation ideal for seasonal livestock grazing and attracting wildlife. With premium habitat, wildlife presence, and landowner tag eligibility, the ranch is well-situated for successful hunting.

Home & Improvements The ranch features a 1,949± sqft hillside ranch home, with 3 bedrooms, 3 updated bathrooms, new carpet and flooring, new lighting fixtures, a sun room, and a 3 car detached garage with ample storage space. On the west side of the property lies an equipment barn, power poles, an irrigation pump house and an additional water tap, making it a premiere home building site with the necessities already in place to start development.

Location and Proximity
North Fork Peaks Ranch is surrounded by incredible views, including the West Elk Mountain Range, and in the distance the Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area. Centrally located, the ranch is approximately 5± minutes outside of Hotchkiss, Colorado, and 10 minutes from Crawford, Colorado, making it close enough to town and amenities but secluded still. Hotchkiss is known for their fresh fruits from local orchards, and wine made from local vineyards, the wineries, restaurants, and boutique shopping are easily accessible for a casual lunch, a date night out, or sharing your new hometown with family and friends.

Whether you’re looking to farm, ranch, hunt and fish, or further develop your dream ranch, this property delivers the land, the water, the opportunity, and the views to make your dreams your reality.