Property Description

Cresta Ranch is the perfect combination of a secluded paradise located in the foothills of the Sangre De Cristo Mountains with lush vegetation and large trees. The diverse landscapes includes mesas, several canyons, and a seasonal creek, making a wonderful combination of habitat that attracts the local wildlife. Located in GMU 85, this unit is known for producing trophy class bulls and offers Over-The-Counter (OTC) Elk tags for archery season and 2^nd and 3^rd rifle seasons.  Mule Deer and Black Bear tags are available through the draw but require only a few preference points.  Spring Turkey tags are available OTC.

Although the property is tucked away and feels very private, the property is close enough to the city of Trinidad that you have the benefits of a nearby city. A new manufactured home was added and has a cabin feel.  The wrap around deck gives the occupants clear views of the Spanish Peaks and Greenhorn Peak, and is a great place to wrap up the day.  Access to the property is through Fisher Peak Ranch, which has a Road Association that does road maintenance, and is gated with a new monthly code.

Trinidad is in the Purgatoire Valley and is the largest city in Las Animas county, and has restaurants, grocery shopping, basic amenities, and more. However, the area is still for outdoor enthusiasts with the options for hunting, camping, fishing, hiking, and seasonal boating. Close to the New Mexico border and the city is the starting point of the Highway of Legends Scenic Byway. Nearby are the Trinidad Lake State Park and Fisher’s Peak State Park.

• Two side canyons, and one main canyon
• Large gradual mesas
• Seasonal creek that holds runoff water
• Hunting for Elk, Mule Deer, Black Bear, Turkey and Mountain Lion
• Hunting Unit 85 is known for trophy caliber bulls
• Year-round access with a wrap-around driveway
• New access road and gate
• New manufactured home (sleeps 3 people)
• Large propane tank
• Off-Grid propane powered generator for electricity
• Large covered deck with clear views of Spanish Peaks
• Vegetation consists of large mature Junipers, Pinion Pines, Oaks, and large Ponderosa Pines
• Cell phone service and 4G wireless

HUNTING

• Unit 85
• Big Game: Elk, Mule Deer, Black Bear, Mountain Lions
• Turkey and Small Game

ELK

• Unit 85 is known to produce trophy caliber Elk
• Archery, 2^nd & 3^rd season bull rifle tags: OTC

MULE DEER

• Archery, muzzleloader and rifle tags are draw only
• Requires few preference points to draw

BLACK BEAR

• Private-Land-Only tags are issued through the draw

TURKEY

• Spring and Fall Season: tags are OTC

MOUNTAIN LION

• Year-round with quotas

Nearby Trinidad Reservoir offers a great fishing experience for anglers. The reservoir is home to a variety of fish species including Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Walleye, Crappie, and Largemouth Bass.  Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and boating.

Other nearby recreational activities include skiing, snowboarding, hiking, and mountain biking. The area is also a top destination for fly fishing.

LAND

• Canyons and ridges
• Large Mesas
• Seasonal creek
• Pinons and Junipers, Oak Brush, Ponderosa Pines, and native grasses

IMPROVEMENTS

• Cabin (1 bed/1bath) with wrap-around porch
• Road to access cabin
• Propane tank
• Propane powered generator

ACCESS

• Through Fishers Peak Ranch (maintained; gated access with code)

WATER

• Seasonal creek

LOCATION

• Trinidad (9 miles):  Hotels, Hospital, Restaurants, Outdoor recreation
• Pueblo, CO (92 miles): Regional Airport
• Denver International Airport (220 miles)