Big Creek Ranch in Tierra Amarilla, New Mexico Located 9.5 miles east of the small ranching town of Tierra Amarilla in Rio Arriba County of Northern NM, Big Creek Ranch consists of 1571 acres of breathtaking land in the San Juan Mountains. Set against a backdrop of wildflower covered alpine meadows, ponderosa pine, spruce, gambel oak and aspen woodlands, the Big Creek Ranch is truly a recreational and big game hunter’s paradise that could also be operated as a working cattle ranch.
Big Creek Ranch features two high mountain creeks – the Rito Nutritas (approx 1 mile) and the Rito de la Agua Fria (approx 3/4 mile). Native brook trout inhabit these creeks and are a popular game fish for fly fisherman. The ranch is fenced and cross-fenced into two cattle pastures with barbed wire and has the natural resources to run a cow/calf operation of between 150-250 head. Located in close proximity, the Carson National Forest is one of five national forests in NM and offers additional recreational opportunities to the outdoor enthusiast.
Big Game Hunting
Big Creek Ranch offers the sportsman an abundance of hunting opportunities, including elk, deer, bear, turkey, mountain lion, grouse and more. The property has been privately and thoughtfully managed for the personal use of the owner and has not been leased by outfitters for hunting in the past. Five elevated and enclosed hunting blinds are strategically placed around the property for optimum harvest opportunities. Several dirt stock tanks, seepage springs and the creeks provide the water necessary for livestock and wild game. New Mexico Game and Fish issued 10 Elk permits for the 2024 season.
Homes and Shop Buildings The Main Residence:
3372 SF of heated area 5 Bedrooms and 5 Bathrooms Stucco finish with White clad casement windows and metal roof Covered porch with sitting area, hot tub and fire pit Flooring consists of wood grain ceramic tile and berber carpet Pine tongue and groove ceilings Ceiling fans, decorative fixtures, recessed lighting and wall sconces throughout Maple kitchen and bathroom cabinets Radiant heated floors on the main level and forced air Wood burning fireplace with decorative tile and oak mantel Hunter’s Cabin / Guest House 1712 SF of heated area 2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms Stucco exterior with white clad windows and doors and metal roof Cedar walls and Pine tongue and groove ceilings Wood burning stove Oak cabinets Full kitchen and bar seating Garage / Toy Room 1520 SF heated shop with work bench Stucco exterior with metal roof Plenty of room for all the recreational toys Manager’s Home / Shop 2000 SF Karsten home 3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom 2 Car attached garage Covered porches Fenced back yard Stucco exterior with metal roof 50 x 50 heated metal shop building with game wench and walk-in cooler This is an exceptional and unique opportunity to purchase a complete turnkey operation in one of the most sought-after hunting/recreational destinations in the Southwest.