Ideal property for a retreat, camp, learning center etc. All furniture, fixtures and equipment included. Horses and tack also. 450 +/- acres. The improvements are constructed on about 40 acres, and the remaining acres are undeveloped. Over a mile of Schearer Creek runs though the ranch. There is direct access into US Forest Service land. Schearer Creek Trail leads up Missionary Ridge from the ranch.

Only 12 miles from the historic town of Durango, Colorado, you will find this 450 acre ranch in the middle of "cowboy country." The ranch is accessed off paved County Road 240 just east of Durango. It is completely private and secluded from the road. It lies in Gamble Oak, tall pines and aspens native to Colorado. The ranch is nestled in a scenic mountain valley that adjoins the San Juan National Forest (2 million acres). The ranch's elevation is about 7500 feet.

Commercial air service is available with year-round, non-stop flights to Durango from Denver, Phoenix and Salt Lake City.

The ranch is offered "turn key", including furniture, fixtures, equipment and livestock. Each cabin is decorated attractively in a country motif and the restaurant is fully equipped and decorated. The maintenance facility is stocked with ample tools and supplies. The ranch offers some of the best access to fly fishing in the nation as well as unparalleled horseback riding and an array of outdoor activities.

Colorado Trails Ranch offers unsurpassed leased fly fishing access. The ranch leases over two miles of private water on the Florida and Piedra Rivers. You can expect to catch rainbow, cutthroat, brown and brook trout. Along with the variety of fish, you can enjoy the various kinds of native wildlife that accompany this magnificent ranch. Elk, deer, bears, mountain lions and bald eagles are a few of the additional amazing wild creatures that call the property home.

Equestrians will appreciate the quality of horses and the wonderful trail system for riding. Experienced and novice riders alike will find many enjoyable and challenging trails that traverse this magnificent ranch. There are numerous equine facilities ranging from pens and stables to thoughtfully designed barns. This facility is also full fenced and cross-fenced with additional riding arenas and training grounds. The ranch is perfect for either the experienced horseman or someone looking to aquaint themself with this exciting business.

All of the improvements are in excellent condition and have been well maintained. The guest cabins are set apart from the common activity buildings and employee housing. There are three other separate housing units for the staff. The employee housing is another strong asset for the ranch and its efficient operation with separate men's and ladies' dormitories. The manager's accommodation is very comfortable and was built with attention to quality.

In addition, there is a building dedicated to employee ralaxation, recreation and meetings - a great morale booster for the staff. The lodge is in excellent condition and is large enough for guest dining, meetings and staff activities. There is also an elegant opera house that is perfect for entertaining and dancing. The general store has an antique soda machine and snack bar that adds character as well as functionality.

Thsi guest ranch provides great access to exciting hikes through the San Juan Mountain forests and surrounding areas. There is also trap shooting, a rifle range and an archery range. Horseshoe pits, volleyball and basketball courts perfect for outdoor sports. Ski boat at Navajo Lake State Park (about 45 miles away) where kids and families can spend a day at the lake power tubing or water skiings. Those sho prefer more relaxed leisure time will enjoy the hot tub and heated pool. Easy access to an abundance of off-ranch activities including Durango Mountain Ski Resort, the Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, world-class golf courses, rafting on the Animas River and Mesa Verde National Park.

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