Property Description

Cedarwood South is a unique property that offers trophy Mule Deer, Antelope, and Elk hunting, with the potential of income.  There are rolling prairies with native grasses on the majority of the ranch, while the Eastern portion is Cedar filled draws with a pond.  Multiple natural water sources are on the property, along with several permitted wells, a pond, gravity water tanks, and a 10,000-gallon holding tank.  All the water on the property, in an otherwise dry region, attracts lots of Big Game, including trophy Caliber Mule Deer, Antelope, and Elk.  A unique Plains rifle season for Bull Elk (OTC tags) begins during the tail-end of the rut and runs 6 weeks long.  There is a 5-month long cow Elk season, and easy to draw Mule Deer and Antelope tags, which makes this a very unique hunting ranch.

A 223± acre Platted Development (called Cedarwood View Estates) on the Northern portion of the property includes thirteen lots (5± acres each), and 158± acres of shared open space that could be a potential income source.  Each lot would have a view to the West of the rolling terrain, and beautiful views of the prominent Spanish Peaks and Greenhorn Mountains, especially during sunset. The open prairie grasses and water sources not only benefit the wildlife, but could provide cattle grazing opportunities (cattle grazing is currently leased to an area farmer).  On the Southern portion of the ranch there is a 602± acre Conservation Easement, which includes a 39± acres Building Envelope along Cedarwood Road. 

In addition to hunting on the property, the area offers lots of outdoor recreation like hiking, camping, fishing, mountain biking, kayaking, and golfing.  Colorado City, CO provides basic supplies, restaurants, and hotels.  Pueblo, CO is located 33 miles to the North and offers larger city amenities such as hospitals, school, and a regional airport (Denver International Airport and Colorado Springs Airport are located further to the North). There are also festivals, shopping, sporting events, and music events as several venues.

PROPERTY ATTRIBUTES

• 863± total deeded acres

  • Southern portion has a 602± acres Conservation Easement (includes a 39± acre Building Envelope)
  • Northern portion has a 223± acres Platted Development (Labeled as Cedarwood View Estates)

    • Thirteen 5± acre lots (each permitted to have a well), and 158± acres of open space.

• Hunting for trophy Mule Deer, Antelope, and Elk
• Unique 6-week long Bull Elk rifle season (Oct. 12- Nov. 24, 2024) with OTC tags
• Easy to obtain hunting tags for Mule Deer and Antelope
• Permitted water wells, and 10,000-gallon water tank
• Gravity water tanks
• Hunters Cabin (2 bed / 1 bath)
• Power and phone line on property
• Mainly rolling prairie with Cedars and Pinon draws
• Cattle grazing for potential income stream
• Native grasses for livestock and wildlife feed

HUNTING

• Game Management Unit 128
• Hunting for Mule Deer, Elk, Pronghorn, Small Game

MULE DEER 

The property holds trophy caliber Mule Deer from the archery through the rifle seasons.  There is plenty of feed for the Mule Deer herds, and the water sources and bedding cover give them the habitat they require.

Property qualifies for Landowner Preference Program.  Hunting Tags could also be obtained through Colorado CPW state draw (*contact agent for more specific draw odds for residents and non-residents)

• Archery (October 1-25 & November 6 – December 31, 2024)
• Muzzleloader (October 12-20, 2024)
• Rifle (October 26 – November 5, 2024)

ANTELOPE 

Herds of Antelope are on the property year-round with quality Bucks present, including B&C caliber bucks.  The terrain sets up great for both archery and rifle hunting with open grass prairie and cover from the Cedar and Pinons.

Property qualifies for Landowner Preference Program.  Tags could also be obtained through Colorado CPW state draw (*contact agent for more specific draw odds for residents and non-residents)

• Archery (August 15- September 20, 2024): OTC tags
• Muzzleloader (September 21-29, 2024)
• Rifle (October 5-13, 2024)

ELK

There are quality bulls rutting on the property during the archery, muzzleloader, and rifle seasons.  A unique Plains rifle season (Oct. 12- Nov. 24, 2024) for Bull only provides a longer than normal rifle hunt beginning during the tail end of the rut, and the tags are OTC.  The water sources and feed on the property attract the Elk, and the herds use the area through the late winter, so the C-List tags for the 5-month long Cow Elk season are a great way for family and friends to enjoy the property as well.

• Archery (September 2-30, 2024):  OTC tags
• Muzzleloader (September 14-22, 2024): Tags are draw only (*contact agent for specific draw odds)
• Plains Bull Elk Rifle (October 12- November 24, 2024): OTC
• Cow Only Rifle (C-list tags // September 1, 2024- January 31, 2025): *Contact agent for more details.

IMPROVEMENTS

• Hunters Cabin- 1,061± sq. ft. (2 bed/1 bath)
• Garage and shop
• Outbuildings
• Wells, Water Storage, Power, and Phone Line
• Corrals, Loadout Chute, Grain Bins

The Northern portion of the property has a platted development called Cedarwood View Estates with thirteen, (5±acre lots), each of which is permitted to have one water well. Each lot has access to 158± acres of open space and presents a great opportunity for future income. The Ranch falls under the Rye fire protection district, and phone/power are right on the property border so they are ready to be set up at your discretion. The nearest airport with commercial flights is Colorado Springs Airport, about 75 miles away, or 33 miles away for private flights at the Pueblo Airport.

AREA RECREATION

If you are looking for recreational activities outside of hunting on the ranch, Hollydot Golf Course in Colorado City is an 18-hole public course with scenic mountain views to its West. If you want to go fishing, the nearest lake is Lake Beckwith, which is fully stocked and you can bring a boat with an electric trolling motor (no gas-powered engines), kayak, or paddle-boards. You could also try your luck on Greenhorn or Graneros Creek which are both on the outskirts of Colorado City. However, if you do want to break out the big boat, the nearest and best place to go for standard boating is about an hour North at Pueblo Reservoir which is known for its black crappie, bluegill, blue catfish, and bass fishing.

If you're seeking a mountain retreat, San Isabel National Forest is a short 20-mile drive from your front door which provides great camping, hiking, ATV trails, mountain biking, and backpacking. Skiing is not Southern Colorado's strong suit, but if you're really itching to hit the slopes, the nearest ski areas are going to be 125 miles (Monarch Ski Area) or 195 miles away (Wolf Creek Ski Area).

LAND

• Rolling prairie with multiple draws on the East portion
• Pond situated below the draws
• Native grasses in open areas with Cedars and Pinons in draw
• Open views of the mountain ranges to the West (Spanish Peaks and Greenhorn Mountains)
• Portion of property is currently leased for grazing (*contact agent for more specifics)
• The property has a variety of grasses (such as Gramma, Crusted Wheat, Smooth Brome, Tall Wheat, and Lincoln Smooth Brome), to provide for livestock or game.

ACCESS

• Year-round access off Cedarwood Road (maintained by the county)

WATER

• Multiple Wells
• Water tanks, dirt tanks and seasonal ponds
• 10,000-gallon water storage tank (fed from wells)

LOCATION

• Colorado City (13 miles)- Gas, Restaurants, Hotels, Supplies
• Pueblo (33 miles)- 110,000 est. pop. (Hospital and Pueblo Memorial Airport)
• Colorado Springs Airport (COS) (75 miles)
• Denver International Airport (DIA) (160 miles)

The ranch sits just outside of Colorado City, which has a current population of just over 2,000. Colorado City is known for its uncharacteristically green summers, and a more temperate climate in the fall, winter, and spring. Old Colorado City (current day Colorado Springs) was laid claim to in 1859 and was meant to serve as a hub for nearby mining outfitters in the Pikes Peak region, and served as the capital of the Colorado Territory for five days at which point it was moved to Denver due to its unsatisfactory accommodations. The town population declined soon after which turned Colorado City into a watering hole because of its many saloons, opium dens, brothels, and the occasional skirmish with Native tribes. Because of the unsavory environment that Colorado City provided in the late 1800s, it was annexed and relocated 70 miles South to where it currently sits today as a cozy small town.

*Cedarwood South (863± acres) and Cedarwood North (1,393± acres) can be combined and are listed as Cedarwood Ranch (2,256± acres).  Please contact the agent for more information.

**All trail camera photos below are taken collectively from Cedarwood Ranch.