Lake Shadow Ranch - 1,046 acres - Craig, Colorado A rare and remarkable opportunity awaits with Lake Shadow Ranch, a sprawling 1,046-acre property ideally located less than one mile from Elkhead Reservoir State Park. This picturesque ranch features sweeping views of Elkhead Reservoir, Black Mountain, Bears Ears, and distant alpine peaks, offering a perfect balance of agricultural functionality, recreational access, and development potential. The terrain is primarily comprised of rolling dryland fields ideal for grazing and hay production, transitioning into sagebrush-covered hills and scenic drainages that wind through the western portion. Natural springs and seasonal water features support livestock and attract abundant wildlife, including deer and antelope, making it a haven for hunters and ranchers alike. The property also borders nearly 200 acres of landlocked BLM land, enhancing privacy and expanding recreational use. With available power, agricultural zoning, and excellent year-round access, the property presents an ideal canvas for agricultural, recreational, or residential development pursuits. Outdoor enthusiasts will be captivated by the ranch's proximity to Elkhead Reservoir, offering boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing in a serene natural setting. The 900-surface-acre reservoir is home to warmwater species like largemouth bass, northern pike, crappie, and bluegill, and the main boat ramp is just minutes away. Hunting opportunities abound within Colorado Game Management Unit 4, known for trophy deer, antelope, and migratory elk. The property qualifies for landowner hunting vouchers, and nearby National Forest lands provide limitless access to big game territory, alpine waters, and pristine trails. Easily accessed from both County Road 29 (paved) and County Road 178, Lake Shadow Ranch lies just 20 minutes from Craig and Hayden, Colorado - the latter offering commercial air service via Yampa Valley Regional Airport. Steamboat Springs, with world-class skiing and vibrant year-round amenities, is less than an hour's scenic drive away.

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Listed by Lonnie Gustin of Hayden Outdoors LLC ((970) 674-1990)

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