2418 forest rd 526

Imagine owning a secluded sanctuary where every corner of the landscape invites you to connect with the raw beauty of the San Juan Mountains. Red Mountain Ranch is just that, a 480 deeded acre one of a kind property, offering an opportunity to raw natural resources, recreational possibilities, and unmatched privacy and access. The property features two 7-acre lakes, over 3 miles of improved trout streams, and Red Mountain Creek, which flows through the entire length of the property. Red Mountain Creek, along with the lakes and streams, creates a private fishery that is completely under your management, offering exclusive fishing opportunities in its pristine waters. Abundant with brown trout, cutthroat trout, and rainbow trout, this fishery ensures a consistent and rewarding fishing experience while allowing owners to maintain the health and sustainability of its aquatic ecosystem. The estate includes multiple well-appointed structures, including an Engelmann Spruce Log Cabin boasting 4,193 square feet of living space with extraordinary high ceilings, a floor-to-ceiling three-story fireplace, and expansive windows showcasing the properties breathtaking views. Additional structures on the ranch include a large barn with a caretaker's apartment above, a second log cabin, a fully equipped workshop, and a dedicated yoga/exercise room near the main house. Red Mountain Ranch is located in Game Management Unit 76, a highly sought-after area for big game hunting that is home to trophy-class wildlife, including 330 to 380 class bull elk and moose. The property is enrolled in the Landowner Preference Program and historically receives one bull elk tag, three cow elk tags, and one application for mule deer. This unit is truly considered one of the best Game Management Units in the region for hunting moose and elk, making it a prime location for hunters.