County Road 69a, Hayden, CO 81639

First time on the market, this 350+/- acre parcel is located just east of Hayden and only 23 miles from Steamboat Springs. The land consists of historic hay meadows; about 240 acres have been flood irrigated for over a century. Approximately 110 acres are covered by the cottonwood forest that is typical in the Yampa River corridor. The combination of the lush meadows and forested land on the north end is irresistible to an impressive amount of bird species and wildlife. Bordered by land held in conservation by The Nature Conservancy, it is an ideal property for a conservation easement. The Yampa River on adjacent properties provides historic water rights through two ditches that supply irrigation water to the ranch. The scenic, river valley location is enhanced by the year-round access on a county-road that dead-ends just beyond the ranch. The property is located fewer than 2 miles from Hayden, a charming community with a new K-12 school, fairgrounds, skateboard park, a grocery store, restaurants, coffee house, and summer-time farmers market. Steamboat Springs, with its world-renowned ski resort, diverse dining options, acclaimed cultural attractions, and boutique shops, is a 23-mile drive. With no covenants, great views of the snow-covered flattops range to the south, and proximity to local and resort amenities, the ranch presents many opportunities for the next generation of ownership.