Reeder Creek Ranch

As one of the largest private holdings in Grand County, this remarkable 5,452-acre +/- ranch offers some of the most sought-after Colorado River frontage, miles of additional streams, and productive irrigated ground – all with exceptional conservation and recreational values.

This is a rare opportunity to carry forward a storied Colorado ranching legacy with significant water rights and unrivaled sporting access.

Overview

The ranch’s diverse topography includes irrigated river bottomlands, high-mountain hayfields, spring-fed creeks, and upland sage and timber habitats. Bounded by 24 miles of public land interface and bordering the Williams Fork Reservoir and Mountains, the property is as scenic as it is functional.

Improvements

The ranch includes historic cattle-handling infrastructure, fencing, irrigation systems, and a stocked fishing pond. The unencumbered acreage includes premier homesite opportunities along the Colorado River, on elevated benches with panoramic views, or near the Williams Fork Reservoir.

Location

Situated in central Grand County, the ranch enjoys year-round county road access. It is just under an hour from Winter Park, an hour from Steamboat, minutes to the Kremmling airport (a general aviation airport with an FBO), and under two hours from Denver.

Locale

This location offers the rare combination of seclusion and accessibility. Nearby attractions include Rocky Mountain National Park, world-class ski resorts, and some of Colorado’s most cherished alpine and wildlife habitats.

History

The property encompasses two historic ranches and retains much of its traditional agricultural use. The region has long been a hub for both cattle operations and Colorado’s sporting tradition. Reeder Creek Ranch continues that legacy with an eye toward conservation and stewardship.

Climate

The area boasts a classic mountain climate, characterized by cool summer temperatures, snowy winters, and extended growing seasons at elevation, which contribute to high-quality hay production and a robust wildlife habitat.

Overview

A premier destination for anglers, hunters, and recreationists alike, Reeder Creek Ranch is an all-season sporting retreat backed by ecological enhancements and legacy value.

Hunting and Wildlife

The ranch supports healthy populations of elk, mule deer, pronghorn, and black bear. It is located in a game-rich area with access to public lands for extended pursuits. Wildlife habitat management has prioritized the conservation of sage grouse, mountain lion corridors, and nesting raptors.

Fishing

Reeder Creek Ranch is, without question, the best fishing ranch currently on the market in Colorado. Anchored by nearly a mile of the Colorado River—professionally restored and ecologically enhanced—this stretch includes a braided section with an island and a natural side channel that mimics a spring creek. These features create deep pools, complex structure, and prolific bug life, resulting in a fishery that rivals Gold Medal-designated waters. Unlike other listings that boast river proximity, Reeder Creek Ranch offers rare private control over one of the most ecologically significant and biologically productive sections of river in the region. Restoration work completed since 2020 has improved aquatic habitat, stabilized streambanks, and preserved the river’s natural character. Historic CPW fish counts confirm the strength of the fishery.

Beyond the river, the ranch offers 4.8 miles of Reeder Creek—a cold, clear, spring-fed tributary supporting wild trout—and a 3-acre stocked pond for stillwater angling. This diversity of fisheries allows for dry fly, nymph, and stillwater fishing all in one place, across multiple venues, seasons, and styles. Whether for personal enjoyment, conservation-minded investment, or a commercial fishing program, there is no other ranch on the market that delivers this level of water access, habitat quality, and fishery diversity in a single, contiguous holding. For the passionate angler, there is no more compelling opportunity in the Colorado market today.

Ranch Operations

A fully functioning cattle and hay operation, the ranch supports calving near the river and grazing across vast irrigated pastures. Hayfields produce premium high-elevation hay with strong lease or operational income potential.

Water Rights

Among the most valuable features are the extensive water rights: 30.03 cfs and 138.6 acre-feet of deeded rights, including historic pre-compact rights from the Colorado River. Additional water is secured through a unique agreement with the Denver Water Board.

Mineral Rights

Mineral rights are not fully severed; inquire for specific details and potential opportunities.

Leases

Includes BLM grazing permits covering an additional 300 AUMs on adjoining 2,834 +/- acres of BLM ground, offering added flexibility for herd management.

Taxes

Contact broker for current property tax details.

Aesthetic Value

From the lush river corridor to sweeping alpine meadows and panoramic views of the Williams Fork Range, the ranch offers inspiring, iconic Colorado beauty on a grand scale.

Conservation Value

Approximately 3,148 acres are protected under a CPW conservation easement, safeguarding wildlife habitat, particularly for sage grouse, while allowing continued agricultural and recreational use. The remaining 2,304 acres are unencumbered, allowing for development or for continued stewardship as an ecological working ranch.

Investment Value

Reeder Creek Ranch is one of the last large-scale, contiguous, privately held properties in the region with Colorado River frontage, miles of streams, conservation value, sporting resources, and legacy. The Ranch property offers long-term upside for both conservation-minded investors and ranchers.