Mirr Ranch Group Blog

One of the premier features that today’s recreational ranch buyers are looking for is adjacency to public lands. Sharing a border with National Forest, BLM, or State owned lands can drastically increase the value and usability of a recreational property. … Continued

Recently the New York Times published a piece entitled, “The Ultimate Pursuit in Hunting: Sheep,” which explains how “permits to hunt bighorn sheep are auctioned for hundreds of thousands of dollars — and that money has helped revive wild sheep … Continued

Only eight miles from Lazy Bones Ranch, Deckers offers some of the best fly-fishing in Colorado. One of the things that makes Deckers incredible is its’ year-round accessibility and warmer water temperatures. Deckers is found directly downstream from Cheesman Reservoir along … Continued

Ranch broker, Jared Souza, shares his recent experience and photos of waterfowl hunting on the Overlook Point Ranch in Goshen County, Wyoming: As the waterfowl season closes across most of Wyoming, we began to reflect on the season’s past experiences. … Continued

It has been a fabulous hunting season at Cielo Vista Ranch.  We wanted to share a few pictures, including a couple of two beautiful bulls taken on the ranch this year. Cielo Vista is distinctive in many ways. With regard to … Continued

For waterfowl hunters, there’s nothing quite like owning your own private hunting oasis. But what makes a good waterfowl hunting property? It is crucial for buyers to understand what criteria makes for the most value when considering the purchase of … Continued

Ranch broker Robb Nelson had a busy October hunting, and lived to tell the tale of his adventures. For a lot of us and our clients, October means blaze orange and taking to the field to experience the great outdoors! … Continued

Elk Creek Ranch in northwestern Colorado provides an ideal setting as autumn sets in. On a recent trip to Elk Creek Ranch, I was able to enjoy and experience the splendor of the changing season in the White River Valley. … Continued

Last week I had the good fortune of doing some late summer fly-fishing with a good friend. We fished along the winding stretch of Michigan Creek that flows through the Whitten Ranch. August and early September mean grasshoppers are out on … Continued

As the spring run off continues and temperatures begin to rise, the Grey Reef is coming to life. Flows have continued to increase in recent weeks with current discharges from Grey Reef Dam around 3,400 CFS, making for quicker trips down river. … Continued

Anyone with the goal of climbing all of Colorado’s 54 14,000-foot mountains knows that Culebra Peak can be one of the more difficult “14ers” to check off the list. For experienced climbers, the hike to the 14,047-foot summit is not … Continued

Originating from the high elevations of the Flat Tops Wilderness and reaching to the high desert, the White River Valley is one of the most pristine recreational and agricultural locales in the west. Situated in the northwestern corner of Colorado, … Continued

Spring is officially here and with summer just around the corner, the shift to longer days, running rivers, and rising trout is finally upon us. This season is shaping up to be outstanding throughout the Rocky Mountain West, with most … Continued

Summer in the Rockies is one of the greatest seasons for the adventurer in all of us. The mountainous terrain and sweeping forests lend themselves to every type of recreation including fishing, hiking, mountain-biking, kayaking, and canoeing. Black Bear Ranch … Continued

Ranch broker Jim Whalen couldn’t wait for some spring fishing in Wyoming last weekend, and he shares his experience with us here, as well as some good advice on where you can fish on private Wyoming fishing properties. After a long winter … Continued

Silver Mountain Ranch has the best of both worlds: an income-producing working cattle operation and exceptional trophy big game hunting. On our last visit, ranch hands were busy feeding cattle and calving season was in full swing. Long days and nights are the norm right … Continued

It was still 2 to 3 months before the spring rut, but I was thrilled to find two large “bachelor bands” of Toms and Jakes (no hens) not even 100 feet from the house at Cougar Canyon Ranch. Strutting and displaying for … Continued

  The feel of a crisp fall morning can only mean one thing. For me, it is time to chase birds. The past month or so I have been from Colorado to South Dakota, and up through Montana combing the … Continued

During the fall rut, ranch broker Pat Lancaster is busy guiding clients with his other business, Lancaster Outfitters. Here’s a recount of one of his outings this year on Cielo Vista Ranch, a legacy ranch for sale in southern Colorado:  I … Continued

Up in the high country, the very first signs of fall are in the air – mornings are cooler, aspens and cottonwoods are showing hints of fall color, and days are getting much shorter. My favorite time of year. On … Continued

Elk Creek Ranch is located in a pristine part of northwestern Colorado and is a true fly-fisherman’s paradise. This private sporting community boasts one of the finest and largest private fishing resources in the world. The ranch controls over 25 … Continued

This past weekend Mirr Ranch Group ranch broker, hunter and fisherman, Pat Lancaster, had the chance to fish at the Lodge at Rivercliffe Ranch. The property is situated just 45 minutes from Denver outside of Bailey, Colorado on the North … Continued

For all of its impressive attributes – large acreage, 2 ½ miles of private fishing, water rights, hay production, and proximity to a commercial airport – one of Hardscrabble Mountain Ranch’s most remarkable features is its world-class trophy mule deer … Continued

Given the population growth of the Denver metro area, the number of large acreage, multigenerational ranches in the Front Range foothills are quickly fading. As ranches are subdivided, we not only lose some of the character and heritage of the … Continued

Whether you are an experienced member of a multi-generational ranching family or an out-of-state landowner who visits your property several times a year, understanding and managing leases on ranches for sale is a vitally important part of ranch ownership. Leasing … Continued

Centaur Meadows Ranch is one of those rare ranch properties with a wide variety of contrasting attributes: steep rocky outcroppings countered by lush open meadows. Privacy and seclusion, yet located within thirty miles of downtown Denver. Dramatic, wide-open views of … Continued

In Colorado, there’s a place hidden away in the heart of endless canyons, red rock formations and vast open space that captures the heart like no place on Earth.  Embrace the sweeping stretches of short grass prairie that vanish from … Continued

Great hunting properties start with the location, and what better place to be than Wyoming? Wyoming ranches for sale have many advantages for buying a recreational retreat, such as: vast open spaces, tax advantages, and most importantly the amount of … Continued

This past weekend, a few of us were able to enjoy the beautiful landscape and incredible private-fly-fishing at the Laramie Foothills Reserve. We spent the day Saturday exploring the canyon and getting acquainted with the resident trout throughout 2.5 miles of the … Continued

About the Author: Daniel Carter is a ranch broker for Mirr Ranch Group operating out of the Denver, Colorado office. Originally from Bozeman Montana, Daniel understands our western landscapes and enjoys connecting our clients to these special places. He was … Continued