Castle Rock Ranch

Bayard, Nebraska (Scotts Bluff County)
$3,850,000
2,420 +/- Deeded Acres

Endless recreational opportunities, breathtaking vistas, and rich historical significance

Ranch headquarters, featuring a two-bedroom, one-bathroom house, barn, workshop, corrals, grain storage, and various livestock and farm-related facilities
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  • 2,420 acres located 4 miles south of McGrew, NE; 21 miles SE of Scottsbluff, NE;  and 211 miles northeast of Denver CO. 
  • Approximately 388 acres of dry land crop ground, with a modest 2 bedroom 1 bath house, workshop, corrals, and various livestock and farm-related facilities
  • Beautiful and diverse landscapes in the shadow of Castle Rock and Coyote Rock
  • Big game hunting for  Mule Deer 
  • Occasional Turkey and Bighorn sheep 
  • Productive dryland farm and cattle grazing operation that is fenced and cross-fenced with adequate water sources distributed throughout the ranch
  • Historically significant area along the Oregon Trail
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This picturesque ranch includes 2,420 deeded acres and 388 acres of dryland farm ground. The property features a charming ranch headquarters with amenities such as a barn, workshop, corrals, grain storage, and other essential facilities for livestock and farming operations. Located just a few minutes from the main road, Castle Rock Ranch offers a blend of recreational opportunities, stunning landscapes, and a rich historical background.

Lay of the Land
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Improvements

The Castle Rock Ranch features a modest range of improvements, which include a headquarters with various agricultural support structures for farming or ranching such as a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home, a shop, a barn, corrals, and several storage buildings.

Locale:

Castle Rock Ranch is in an area known as the Wild Cat Hills, notable from the pioneer days and their unique sandstone formations which welcomed settlers as they traversed the Morman, California, and Oregon trails. These formations welcomed settlers journeying along the Mormon, California, and Oregon trails, marking a transition from plains and riparian corridors to pine-covered ridges.Today, the region is dotted with small agricultural communities, and surrounded by productive agriculture in every direction, maintaining its rich historical and agricultural heritage.

 

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Hunting & Recreation

Recreational opportunities on the ranch are abundant, offering good numbers of Mule Deer and Turkeys. Occasionally, visitors may also spot Elk, Antelope, and Bighorn Sheep traversing the property. In addition to wildlife watching or pursuit, , the area provides excellent opportunities for hiking, bird watching, and photography, thanks to its diverse landscape and stunning natural beauty. The countryside is diverse and those interested can explore the rugged terrain on horseback or ATVs.

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Water Rights

Mineral Rights: All mineral rights associated with this ranch property have either been reserved previously  or will be reserved by the Seller of the property. 

Leases: Currently the ranch is under a year to year seasonal lease with a grazing tenant, and all dry land crop ground is under a sharecrop arrangement. Details on these arrangements shall be provided to qualified buyers at request.

Taxes

2024 Taxes are estimated to be about $19,123.00 per year.

Aesthetic Value

The aesthetic value of Castle Rock is undeniably captivating, showcased across its diverse landscapes. From the cultivated fields, you can marvel at the towering sandstone outcroppings that define the horizon. Venture to the top of these majestic formations, and you’ll be rewarded with sweeping views of the surrounding agricultural fields and the riparian corridor along the North Platte River that stretches for miles. The unique transition between rugged rock formations and agricultural landscapes creates a beautiful scenery.

Investment Value

Each element of this property speaks to its extraordinary aesthetic and practical value, making it an ideal investment for those seeking a balanced blend of farming ranch, and recreational potential.

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Jared's Thoughts on Castle Rock Ranch

This area is renowned as one of the most diverse ecosystems in the country, uniquely different from much of what Nebraska typically offers. It is a treasured and significant environment, boasting incredible diversity and aesthetic beauty, as well as immense ecological importance.

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