Discover this rare gem in Jackson County- sprawling 120-acrs this property borders Independence Mountain / BLM on multiple sides! Tucked away at the end of a secluded road, this unique parcel offers unparalleled privacy and endless possibilities, making it the perfect Rocky Mountain getaway or hunting haven. The spacious 60x40 insulated shop, includes a whole-house generator, a wood-burning stove, and solar panels - ideal for weekends spent enjoying the great outdoors. This expansive property also boasts three productive water wells, ensuring a reliable water source for each 40-acre parcel. Located just 4 miles from the Wyoming border and only 30 minutes from Walden, you'll find yourself in a peaceful retreat that is miles away from the hustle and bustle. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to own a piece of Rocky Mountains! Co-Listing Agent is related to one of the Sellers.
- 362 acres adjoining huge amounts of public land - Elk, mule deer, antelope, moose & more - End of the road privacy, heavy timber & multiple springs - All-weather county road access - Less than 1/2 hour from Walden, CO Located less than two miles from the Wyoming border, Independence Mountain Ranch lies dead center in the bullseye of legendary outdoor recreation. This undeveloped 362-acre parcel sits at roughly 8500 feet on the flanks of sprawling Independence Mountain at the northern gateway of North Park, just 30 minutes from Walden, Colorado. Almost completely surrounded by public lands, this ranch feels much larger than it is, and provides the height of privacy to those seeking a Rocky Mountain getaway in the heart of classic mountain scenery.
One of the most well-known legacy ranches in northern Colorado, Grizzly Ranch combines exceptional ranching and recreational attributes on 9,286± deeded acres plus 13,400± BLM leased acres. The ranch is located along Highway 14, approximately 10 minutes from Walden and 45± minutes from Steamboat Springs. Named after Grizzly Creek, which meanders for five-plus miles through the ranch, the Grizzly Ranch is a well-watered, contiguous ranch that offers great working ranch production values and outstanding recreation. The ranch also contains seven miles of Little Grizzly Creek, and the confluence of Little Grizzly and Grizzly Creeks is the beginning of the famous North Platte River, which flows for another four-plus miles on the ranch. With over 16 miles of creeks and the river, the ranch offers tremendous brown and rainbow trout fishing and the opportunity to make additional stream improvements. The ranch runs a well-balanced hay and grazing operation. Productive hay meadows are irrigated with senior water rights and an extensive ditch system that provides irrigation water for over 4,700 acres. The current owner rates the ranch at 1,000 pairs annually plus 400-500 yearlings and they are producing more than 3,500 tons of quality mountain hay annually. There is an excellent set of first-class operating improvements and outbuildings consisting of multiple sets of working facilities and numerous Morton structures. This is the first time that the ranch is being offered with the sellerâ??s valuable mineral rights, which have generated significant royalty payments from oil and gas production.
The median home value in Walden, CO is $450,000. This is higher than the county median home value of $245,800. The national median home value is $338,100. The average price of homes sold in Walden, CO is $450,000. Approximately 58.52% of Walden homes are owned, compared to 25.28% rented, while 16.21% are vacant. Walden real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you’re interested in, contact a Walden real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Walden, Colorado has a population of 622. Walden is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 17.81% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 20.98%.
The median household income in Walden, Colorado is $47,569. The median household income for the surrounding county is $44,667 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Walden is 52 years.
The average high temperature in July is 77.5 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 5.8 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 13.8 inches per year, with 91.8 inches of snow per year.