Lake Shadow Ranch

Lake Shadow Ranch - 1,046 acres - Craig, Colorado A rare and remarkable opportunity awaits with Lake Shadow Ranch, a sprawling 1,046-acre property ideally located less than one mile from Elkhead Reservoir State Park. This picturesque ranch features sweeping views of Elkhead Reservoir, Black Mountain, Bears Ears, and distant alpine peaks, offering a perfect balance of agricultural functionality, recreational access, and development potential. Land Land and Location Easily accessed from bothCounty Road 29 (paved)andCounty Road 178, Lake Shadow Ranch lies just 20 minutes from Craig and Hayden, Colorado the latter offering commercial air service viaYampa Valley Regional Airport.Steamboat Springs, with world-class skiing and vibrant year-round amenities, is less than an hour's scenic drive away. The terrain is primarily comprised ofrolling dryland fieldsideal for grazing and hay production, transitioning intosagebrush-covered hills and scenic drainagesthat wind through the western portion.Natural springsandseasonal water featuressupport livestock and attract abundant wildlife, includingdeer and antelope, making it a haven for hunters and ranchers alike. The property alsoborders nearly 200 acres of landlocked BLM land, enhancing privacy and expanding recreational use. Withavailable power,agricultural zoning, and excellent year-round access, the property presents an ideal canvas for agricultural, recreational, or residential development pursuits. Recreation Outdoor enthusiasts will be captivated by the ranch's proximity toElkhead Reservoir, offeringboating, swimming, fishing, hiking, andwildlife viewingin a serene natural setting. The 900-surface-acre reservoir is home to warmwater species likelargemouth bass, northern pike, crappie, andbluegill, and the main boat ramp is just minutes away. Hunting opportunities abound withinColorado Game Management Unit 4, known fortrophy deer, antelope, andmigratory elk. The property qualifies forlandowner hunting vouchers, and nearbyNational Forest lands provide limitless access to big game territory, alpine waters, and pristine trails.