Sky Mesa Ranch

• Very unique location between the amenities of Grand Junction and the world-class recreational mecca of Moab
• Situated along the Colorado/Utah border on the western flank of the Uncompahgre Plateau in the shadows of the La Sal Mountains
• Located within the coveted GMU 60 that borders two trophy hunting units and offers excellent big game hunting opportunities.
• Prime wildlife habitat with elevations ranging from 7,000 to 8,400 feet that includes grassy meadows bisected by creek drainages that are surrounded by Ponderosa forest, dark timber, ponds, springs, and seeps
• Borders the Manti-La Sal National Forest and BLM on three sides which greatly expands the scope of recreational opportunities
• Unlimited recreational opportunities include world-class big game hunting, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, ATVing, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing
• Approximately 90 minutes to Grand Junction with all its great restaurants, wineries, shopping, commercial air service, blossoming arts scene, river walk, and the Colorado National Monument.
• A 3,680 acre portion of the ranch is protected by a conservation easement.

Nestled in one of the most breathtaking landscapes of the West, the Sky Mesa Ranch is one of the largest intact private holdings in the region. Encompassing vast, pristine acreage across Colorado and Utah, this extraordinary ranch property offers conservation values, premier wildlife habitat, and direct adjacency to public lands, including the Manti-La Sal National Forest and unencumbered views of the La Sal Mountain Range. With remarkable improvements, exceptional hunting opportunities, and seamless accessibility, including a private helipad, Sky Mesa Ranch is a true legacy property for the discerning landowner.

The Sky Mesa Ranch is located in Western Colorado and Eastern Utah. The ranch features excellent year-round access directly off of John Brown Road, and has an extensive network of interior roads and trails throughout. The ranch boundary is adjacent to BLM and National Forest on three sides, and shares the fourth boundary with one other large ranch.

Locale

The ranch is located about 20 minutes from the eclectic town of Gateway, Colorado that straddles the Dolores River and is surrounded with red rock landscapes in every direction. The Ranch is located about 90 minutes from Grand Junction, the largest city in Western Colorado, and is approximately 5 hours from Denver or Salt Lake City.

Improvements

Upper Ranch Cabin

The 2,300 square foot main cabin is furnished in a luxury log cabin style and comprises a master bedroom plus two additional bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a detached garage. The cabin’s great room offers unobstructed panoramic views of the majestic LaSal mountain range. A helipad adjacent to the main cabin provides for year-round access via air.

Lower Ranch Cabin

The more rustic Lower Ranch is used during the summer months. Aerial imagery suggests the cabin, which first appeared in 1944, was historically associated with livestock operations on the property.

Hunting

In addition to the unique character of the land, one of the most appealing aspects of the Sky Mesa Ranch is its excellent big game hunting opportunities. The ranch lies within the coveted GMU 60 that borders two adjacent trophy hunting units and also provides for over the counter elk tags. The ranch is also eligible to participate in the Colorado Landowner Preference Program which can provide for  mule deer buck tags.

The ranch boundary is adjacent to BLM and National Forest on three sides, and shares the fourth boundary with one other large ranch. Elevations on the ranch range from 7,000 to 8,400 feet and prime wildlife habitat includes grassy meadows bisected by creek drainages that are surrounded by Ponderosa forest, dark timber, ponds, springs, and seeps. In addition to elk and mule deer, other wildlife species found on the ranch are turkey, black bear, and mountain lion.

Conservation Values

This is truly one of the most unique ranches in the West, and it is spectacular in its beauty, geology, history, recreation, and wildlife habitat. In 2002, The Nature Conservancy established a conservation easement to protect a 3,680-acre portion of the ranch.

Rare Ownership Opportunity

Sky Mesa Ranch is a rare opportunity to own an expansive, well-improved Western ranch with unbeatable access, stunning scenery, and world-class hunting. Whether as a private retreat, an exceptional hunting estate, or a conservation-focused holding, this property is a compelling opportunity to own a prime piece of the untamed West.