Big Horn Whiskey Ranch

Set against the eastern slope of the Bighorn Mountains, the Big Horn Whiskey Ranch is a uniquely positioned offering that blends Western recreation, sporting opportunities, and multiple income streams. No matter if you are a recreation-minded landowner seeking access to vast public lands with limited pressure, a big-game hunter focused on private-land advantage, or a conservation buyer valuing habitat and long-term stewardship, the property offers a compelling fit. Income is driven by a diversified mix of whiskey barrel aging storage, tenant farming, pivot production, and grazing, creating a rare combination of enjoyment and financial utility.

Overview

• 400 +/- Total Acres
• 69.5 +/- Acres of Pivot Irrigated Land
• No conservation easement
• Public land accessibility:
  • Adjacent to 9,983 acres of State Land: Crucially, this State Land parcel is landlocked by other deeded property and has limited public road access, significantly limiting general public access. This restriction makes it an exceptional recreational opportunity with minimal crowding.
  • The property features direct access to over 1.1 million acres of Bighorn National Forest, extending beyond the State Land. The limited public road access to both the State Land and the Forest significantly restricts general public exposure to this parcel, which is beneficial.

Improvements

• Farmhouse: 3 Beds, 2 Baths – 2,166 sq ft
• Detached 3-car garage: 1,196 sq ft
• Whiskey storage building: 35,000 sq ft
• NEW horse barn: 4 indoor stalls, tack room, 960 sq ft
• Livestock and hay barn: 1,792 sq ft
• Multiple lean-to agricultural structures for feeding and shelter

Location

• 12 miles north of Buffalo, WY
• 26 miles south of Sheridan County Airport
• 157 miles south of Billings, MT
• 130 miles north of Casper, WY

Locale

• Johnson County is widely regarded as one of Wyoming’s most desirable ranching regions, valued for its rare balance of agricultural productivity and recreational appeal. It uniquely bridges authentic Western function with livability—where working ranches, abundant wildlife, and a high-quality lifestyle coexist across the eastern slope of the Bighorn Mountains from Kaycee to Sheridan. Positioned between Sheridan’s refined Western community and Buffalo’s deeply rooted frontier character, the area continues to see strong demand for both production-oriented and recreational properties.
• Sheridan, Wyoming, embodies authentic Western heritage while offering a level of refinement uncommon in the rural West. Working ranch culture remains a way of life, complemented by a vibrant downtown, a respected arts scene, and amenities that rival those of much larger communities. Landmarks such as King’s Saddlery, the WYO Rodeo, and the Flying H Polo Club reflect a place where Western tradition is actively lived alongside a polished, highly livable environment.
• Buffalo, Wyoming, reflects the enduring character of the Old West, shaped by cattle, horses, and a strong sense of place. Set at the base of the Bighorn Mountains, it provides immediate access to exceptional hunting, fishing, and mountain recreation. Steeped in frontier history—from the iconic Occidental Hotel to the Jim Gatchell Memorial Museum—Buffalo remains firmly rooted in Johnson County’s ranching heritage, where large, working operations continue to define both the landscape and the culture.

Overview

The Big Horn Whiskey Ranch is a premier recreational property and ranks among hunting ranches, offering exceptional opportunities for big game hunting, including antelope, mule deer, whitetail deer, and elk, all thriving on the land along the eastern slope of the Bighorn Mountains. Furthermore, the ranch has significant potential to develop or restore a dedicated upland bird-hunting program, supported by its history of state-recognized game-bird use. These offerings combine to create well-rounded recreational experiences both on and adjacent to the Big Horn Whiskey property.

Hunting

• Antelope: Hunting Unit 102
  • Well-managed private ground can provide a very quality hunt, with realistic opportunities for mid- to high-70s SCI bucks and the occasional low-80s animal in favorable conditions. For landowners, the unit represents a dependable private-land pronghorn opportunity with strong regional appeal.
• Deer: Hunting Unit 27
  • The property benefits from deer concentrating in the lower elevations and agricultural interfaces, offering more consistent and effective hunting than the surrounding public ground during that period of the year.
• Elk: Hunting Unit 36
  • Located along the eastern slope of the Bighorn Mountains north of Buffalo, is a well-regarded general unit offering a strong combination of elk numbers.  The unit supports a solid resident elk population, with seasonal movement between high-summer range and lower private lands in the fall, creating numerous opportunities for elk on or off the property. 
• Upland Birds
  • The property was once a registered game-bird farm; thus, there is an opportunity to resurrect the game-bird area.
• Hunting Benefits 
  • The Big Horn Whiskey Ranch consistently attracts significant big game during the archery and rifle seasons, benefiting from its favorable location. While public lands at higher elevations offer abundant space, heavy hunting pressure, especially in drier years, often pushes game animals onto adjacent private ranches along the eastern face, where they seek the more reliable forage provided by irrigated lands.

Off-Property Recreation

Bighorn Forest, through direct or nearby access to the Bighorn National Forest from the Buffalo side, offers highly desirable, year-round recreational adjacency, combining big game hunting, trail access, and backcountry experiences, an increasingly valuable attribute for both lifestyle and sporting buyers.

Ranch Operations

There is a grazing and farming lease currently in place with a local rancher.

Livewater

• 0.60 +/- miles of the North Fork of Shell Creek, seasonal
• 0.42 +/- miles of the Little North Fork of Shell Creek, seasonal
• ⅓ acre reservoir, water from a solar-powered water well, plus seasonal drainage

Water Rights

• Irrigation water rights:
  • Hallie Ditch Company – 40 Shares
  • Rock Creek & Piney Reservoir & Ditch Company – 3.75 shares
  • Willow Park Reservoir Company – 40 shares
• 3 water wells

Mineral Rights

Any owned mineral rights will be conveyed upon closing

Leases

Income generation from multiple sources: storage, tenant grazing and alfalfa farming under pivot, and house tenant

Conservation

The property is well-positioned for a conservation buyer; the existing improvements allow it to continue to be used for ranching and rental income, and the balance could be placed under a CE, providing tax benefits and protecting the ranch’s natural beauty.