Bear Creek Ranch

Bear Creek Ranch: 4,482± Acres of Mountain Ground with Big Game Habitat and Water Resources

Bear Creek Ranch offers approximately 4,482± contiguous deeded acres across Delta and Gunnison Counties, located just 10 minutes from Paonia, Colorado. This expansive mountain holding includes heavily timbered ridges, open meadows, and multiple year-round water sources. The property is positioned for a variety of uses including big game hunting, ranching, conservation, and long-term investment. With no public through-roads and private control over surrounding access points, Bear Creek Ranch provides rare end-of-the-road privacy in one of Western Colorado’s most scenic and productive regions.

Situated in a premier big game management unit 521, the ranch supports strong resident populations of elk and mule deer, with historical migration corridors crossing the property. Bear Creek Ranch also provides direct access to over 10,000± acres of adjoining National Forest and borders significant BLM tracts, extending its usable footprint for recreation and wildlife management. With over 20 ponds and three perennial creeks flowing within its boundaries, the ranch is exceptionally well watered for both wildlife and potential livestock support. The varied topography and elevation offer ideal conditions for habitat diversity, glassing, and seasonal accessibility across the property.

Located near the community of Paonia, the ranch benefits from convenient access to local amenities while maintaining complete seclusion. For those seeking large, water-rich acreage with secure access, scale, and long-term versatility, Bear Creek Ranch represents a legacy opportunity in Colorado’s high country.

** Co-listed with Western Colorado Realty