Shiloh Wittler

$9,950,000

2,950 Acres

Antonito, Colorado, 81120

Flying N Ranch is a 2,950± acre, contiguous and highly functional livestock operation in Colorado’s San Luis Valley, offering a rare combination of scale, water resources, and long-term agricultural viability. With approximately 2,550 acres of irrigable hay meadows and pasture—supported by both surface water rights and groundwater—the ranch sustains a robust cow-calf program of around 400 head alongside an established horse breeding operation. Its nearly two miles of the Rio San Antonio, diversified irrigation system, and practical infrastructure—including multiple residences, barns, and working facilities—create an efficient, turnkey setup. Located near Antonito yet privately positioned, the ranch benefits from a productive four-season climate in a region that remains grounded in agriculture rather than speculative land pricing, preserving its identity as a working asset with added recreational appeal and deep historical continuity.LOCATIONSet quietly in the southern reaches of Colorado’s San Luis Valley, the Fling N Ranch is positioned just north of the New Mexico line, located five miles east of Antonito with year-round access via county-maintained roads. The ranch remains connected without sacrificing privacy.The broader region, defined by the Sangre de Cristo and San Juan mountain ranges, offers a four-season working climate with moderate summers and manageable winters. The valley itself remains one of the few large agricultural basins in the West that has not been overtaken by recreational or lifestyle-driven pricing pressures. It preserves the ranch’s position as a working asset first, rather than a displaced one.ACREAGEThe 2,950± deeded acres are contiguous, highly usable, and designed for efficient livestock production. Approximately 2,550 acres of irrigable hay meadows and pasture, including around 400 acres under center pivot irrigation. The balance of the property includes native pasture and improvements. The ranch has historically supported a cow-calf program of meaningful scale, running approximately 400 mother cows alongside a breeding program of 70 horses, with sufficient forage base and layout to sustain a full-season operation. The ranch lends itself equally well to intensive grazing rotations, or as a reliable wintering base. WATERThe ranch controls a combination of surface water rights and groundwater resources, creating a diversified and resilient irrigation profile. Based on a recent water engineering report completed for the ranch, on an average year (from 2001-2022) a total of 1,442 acre-feet is available to the ranch at the head gates of the five main ditches. The average total amount of groundwater pumped for irrigation use on the ranch is around 835 acre-feet. In addition, there are two catch ponds for some re-use of irrigation water.The Rio San Antonio flows northeasterly across the ranch for nearly two miles, with ownership on both sides. The Rio San Antonio can support some fishing and has reportedly been stocked with some Brown and Rainbow Trout in the past.IMPROVEMENTSImprovements are practical, centralized, and aligned with working ranch uses. They reflect a continuity of use, updated where necessary, but grounded in the operational logic that has sustained the ranch over time.• Main residence: 6 bed / 3 bath• Manager’s home: 4 bed / 2 bath• Guest residence and historic cabin• 10-stall barn with runs• Shop, office, and multiple livestock support structures• Outdoor arena, round-pens, and working facilitiesRECREATION AND WILDLIFEWhile predominantly an agricultural property, the ranch carries understated recreational attributes which reinforce the lands completeness.• Nearly two miles of the Rio San Antonio• Habitat for deer, elk, and migratory waterfowl• Proximity to well-regarded hunting, fishing, and mountain recreationHISTORYThe Flying N Ranch sits within one of the oldest continuously ranched landscapes in Colorado. By the mid-20th century, it had evolved into a productive Hereford operation, and while ownership has modernized aspects of the ranch, the foundational elements (water, layout, and purpose) remain intact. That continuity is increasingly difficult to replicate.SUMMARYFor producers and landowners who understand that quality ranches are defined over decades, not market cycles, the Flying N Ranch offers a rare opportunity to acquire a water-secured, operationally sound holding in a region where those attributes still carry their original meaning.

$10,500,000

35,654 Acres

La Junta, Colorado, 81050

Situated in the wide-open ranchlands of southeastern Colorado, Y4 Ranch is a rare opportunity to own over 35,654± acres of productive native grass, a livestock production ground spanning deeded land, state lease, and U.S. Forest Service allotments. With a landscape defined by rolling shortgrass prairie, overlooking Purgatoire Canyon with dramatic sandstone ridges, the ranch offers both functional cattle country and striking high plains beauty. Designed for serious livestock production, it supports an owner-rated capacity of 600 head, supported by a well-distributed water system with over 30 miles of buried pipeline and multiple wells feeding concrete tanks.Y4 Ranch is anchored by two well-established headquarters, each with its own home, barns, and infrastructure. The property has been managed for long-term sustainability, with a portion placed in conservation easement to preserve the native prairie ecosystem and features flexible grazing options across federal and state leases. Positioned just outside La Junta, Colorado—a historic trade town along the Santa Fe Trail—the ranch offers a balance of solitude, utility, and proximity to services. Whether your goals are production, land stewardship, or a multi-generational family operation, Y4 Ranch delivers a scale and setting that are increasingly hard to find.ACREAGE SUMMARY• 12,498± Deeded Acres• Including 3,260.58± Acres under Conservation Easement• 1,920± Colorado State Land Board Lease Acres • 394 AUMs | 2023 Lease Payment: $6,136.28• State lease assignment subject to Colorado State Land Board approval• 21,236.58± Acres of U.S. Forest Service Grazing Allotments via the Timpas Grazing District• Crooked Arroyo Allotment: 136 head/year• Rock Falls Allotment: 137 head/year + 100 head for 52 days• 2023 Grazing Fee: $1.35/head/monthTotal Operational Footprint: 35,654.58± AcresLOCATIONLocated just 12 miles southeast of La Junta, the county seat of Otero County, Y4 Ranch offers easy access to markets, equipment dealers, veterinary services, and feed supply. La Junta, a town with deep agricultural roots and historical significance, also provides rail access and a regional airport. The ranch’s location benefits from a low population density and wide-open terrain, yet remains logistically sound for a working cattle outfit.HISTORY & CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCEY4 Ranch sits in the path of the historic Santa Fe Trail, which served as a vital commercial and military trade route from Missouri to New Mexico in the 1800s. This region is steeped in cowboy heritage and frontier lore, where Native American, Hispanic, and Western ranching cultures all converge. Nearby landmarks such as Bent’s Old Fort and Comanche National Grasslands preserve and celebrate this rich legacy, while the land itself continues to support the enduring tradition of Western livestock grazing.WATER RESOURCES• Three Permitted Wells (Permit Numbers: #25629, #287674A, and one additional domestic/ag well)• Over 30 miles of buried water pipeline feeding concrete tanks across pastures• Adequate distribution system to support rotational grazing and livestock health year-round• Additional spring fed/runoff ponds scattered throughout – some of which hold water throughout the seasonIMPROVEMENTSNorth Headquarters:• 2,203 sq ft, 3-bedroom, 1¾-bath residence• 24’ x 40’ insulated barn• 40’ x 50’ equipment barnSouth Headquarters:• 2,890 sq ft adobe-style home with 7 bedrooms and 1 bath• Functional for seasonal cowboys, workforce housing, or extended family use• Additional working corrals and support structuresMINERALSAll Minerals owned by Seller of said property, will convey at time of closing with acceptable purchase price.CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENTLocated in Colorado’s semi-arid high plains, the ranch lies within a shortgrass prairie ecosystem that thrives on native forage adapted to minimal rainfall. The area receives an average annual rainfall of approximately 11.5 inches and about 18 inches of snowfall each year. Summer temperatures typically reach the mid-90s°F, while winter lows can drop into the teens. The growing season lasts around 150 days. Precipitation is most concentrated from late spring through summer, which supports native grasses such as blue grama and buffalo grass, both ideal for cow-calf operations.RECREATION & NATURAL AMENITIESIn addition to its strong production value, the ranch is surrounded by a variety of unique public lands and cultural assets. Nearby is Bent’s Old Fort National Historic Site, a fully reconstructed 1840s fur trade outpost offering a glimpse into early frontier life. To the south lies the Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site, a vast 235,896-acre military training area used by Fort Carson.Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby Picketwire Canyonlands, home to thousands of Jurassic-era dinosaur tracks, as well as the expansive Comanche National Grasslands, which offer 443,000 acres of public access for hunting, horseback riding, and hiking. The area is rich in wildlife, including deer, pronghorn, dove, quail, coyotes, and migratory birds. At night, the minimal light pollution allows for stunning, uninterrupted views of the star-filled sky.SUMMARYWith over 35,000 mostly contiguous acres of deeded, leased, and federally permitted grazing ground, Y4 Ranch is a true working ranch with unmatched scale and resources in southeastern Colorado. From its dependable water infrastructure and historical setting to its healthy grazing ecosystem and housing for labor or family, Y4 Ranch is an ideal setup for experienced cattle producers and landowners who value open space, capability, and opportunity.