Coyote Creek Ranchis conveniently situated 20 minutes from both Hayden and Oak Creek, 23 miles southwest of the world class ski resort in Steamboat Springs, and adjacent to the Flat Tops Wilderness Area providing endless opportunities for outdoor pursuits. Currently used as a cattle/horse/hay property, the improvements on the ranch allow for an easy transition from the current configuration to a variety of possibilities.

PRODUCTIVE LAND

• Balanced mix of improved/irrigated meadows, creek bottom, native range, and brush/tree covered slopes. The rolling terrain includes flat meadows, protected draws, and steep slopes creating natural borders.
• The ~180-acres of hay meadow irrigated by abundant water rights produces 300-tons of hay, on average, allows for improved grazing, and is complimented by quality grazing on native pastures.
•  The unique terrain creates wildlife habitat.

RANCH HEADQUARTERS

The 3-bed/3-bath main home has been renovated to include custom cabinetry, new granite, floors, paint, windows, and much more.

WATER RIGHTS & FEATURES

• 2 wells for domestic and stock use. Both wells not far off Fish Creek (shallow wells, good production.
• Water Rights:
  • East Side Ditch: 1.5cfs plus enlargement of 8.0cfs. Senior right; 100% of ownership. Irrigates Jesse, Main, South Main, and horse meadows.
  • Williams Park Ditch: 2/3 interest and 4.44cfs flow decreed 6.66 cfs; and enlargement ½ interest and 4.02 flow decreed 8.04 cfs. Irrigates Mesa and Yost. Siphon and pipeline to feed Yost ditches
  • East Side Number 2 Ditch: 1/3 interest and 1.19cfs flow decreed 3.58cfs; and enlargement of 1/3 interest and 2.36cfs flow decreed 7.07 cfs. Irrigates Upper Main
  • Fish Creek and Yost Creek flow through and run year-round
  Spring off Yost Creek – feeds stock tank.
  • Multiple ponds: West Mountain pond, Jesse pond, Opal pond.

AGRICULTURE PRODUCTION & RECREATION

• Registered Angus Program and Hay Operation: https://www.coyotecreekangus.com .
• Currently stocked with 70 cows plus replacement heifers, long-yearling bulls, and herd bulls totaling 130 animals.
• 300 tons of hay on average or some irrigated pasture can be used for grazing.
• Hunting and Fishing: leased to Big Rack Outfitters.
• Native fish are found in the creek, but the pond can be improved for excellent fishing as well as swimming.
• Endless riding, hiking, ATV-ing, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, etc

EQUINE & CATTLE FACILITIES

•  The horse facilities include an indoor arena, stalls with runs and paddocks, a heated tack room, an outdoor riding area, and pastures with shelters.
•  The cattle barns connect to pipe corrals, a scale, and covered working area.
•  A second residence for a ranch manager, shop, sheds, hay barns, cross-fencing, and history of excellent care and stewardship complete this ranch.

The sellers were awarded the 2021 CCA Seedstock Producer of the Year, and the property helped shape their program. Don’t miss out on this special opportunity!