Property Description

Eason Ranch spans an impressive 10,880± total acres in central New Mexico, consisting of 10,240± deeded acres and 640± acres of State Lease. Seventeen sections form a rare large-scale holding that operates as a productive cattle ranch while offering outstanding big game hunting across two Game Management Units. Ten sections lie within GMU 18, and seven-including the State Lease-fall in GMU 38, providing valuable hunting flexibility for elk, mule deer, oryx, and trophy pronghorn.

Broad rolling grasslands, scattered pinon-juniper, and expansive high plains views define the landscape. Strong native forage, dependable well water, and established pasture infrastructure support a sustainable working livestock operation. The ranch currently carries approximately 163 cow/calf pairs and is operated in partnership with a local cattleman who manages day-to-day grazing. The partner owns one-third of the herd, while the sellers retain ownership of the remaining two-thirds.

This structure provides a functional, income-producing cattle operation with experienced management in place, while allowing flexibility for a new owner to adjust or expand the program as desired.

Ranch improvements-including working pens with livestock scale, hay barn, older horse barn with stables, 30' x 60' metal shop, and a  3-bedroom, 2-bath brick home-create a practical headquarters suited for both agricultural production and recreational use.

Eason Ranch represents a substantial New Mexico landholding where operational scale, wildlife opportunity, and diversified income through NRCS and CSP programs combine in a property of long-term value.

Property Attributes

• 10,240± deeded acres

• 640± acres of New Mexico State Lease

• Seventeen sections

• Located in two GMUs: Unit 18 (10 sections) and Unit 38 (7 sections including State Lease)

• Elevation (10 sections) 6,080-6,340ft (7 sections including State Lease) 6,350-6,640 ft

• Gently rolling high plains topography

• Native grasses with cactus, alligator juniper, shrub oak, pinon, and juniper

• Functional pasture layout suitable for rotational grazing

• Two wells with newer pumps

• Two storage tanks and multiple drinkers servicing several pastures

• Enrolled in NRCS and CSP programs providing an additional conservation-based income component (inquire with broker for details)

• Paved highway access followed by approximately 2 miles of county-maintained dirt road

• Year-round accessibility under typical conditions

Improvements

• 3-bedroom, 2-bath brick home

• 30' x 60' metal shop

• Large hay shed

• Older wooden horse barn

• Working pens with livestock scale

• Interior roads providing access throughout the ranch

Hunting

Located in New Mexico GMU 18 and GMU 38, the ranch offers a diverse hunting profile with opportunities for elk, mule deer, oryx, and trophy pronghorn across a large, contiguous landscape. Seventeen sections create a sizable footprint rarely found in central New Mexico, supporting consistent wildlife use across the property.

ELK - Elk in Units 18 and 38 fall within the Secondary Elk Management Zone, with private-land licenses available annually (no draw required).

Season Dates:

• Archery: September 1-24, 2026

• Any Legal Weapon: October 1 - December 31, 2026 (license limited to any 5 consecutive days)

MULE DEER - Mule deer hunting benefits from the ranch's presence in two units, offering flexibility across seasons and weapon types. Unit 18 and Unit 38 provide private-land-only licenses, allowing for more controlled hunting opportunities.

Unit 18 Season Dates:

• Archery: September 1- 24, 2026 

• Archery: January 1-15, 2027

• Muzzleloader: October 31 - November 4, 2026

• Any Legal Weapon: November 7-11, 2026 

• Any Legal Weapon: November 14 -18, 2026

Unit 38 Season Dates:

• Archery: September 1- 24, 2026 

• Archery: January 1-15, 2027

• Muzzleloader: October 24 - 28, 2026

• Any Legal Weapon: November 7-11, 2026 

• Any Legal Weapon: November 21- 25, 2026

ORYX - Private-land oryx licenses offer a rare and highly sought-after opportunity, with flexible season dates that allow hunters to choose the month that best fits their schedule anytime from January through December 2026.

Season Dates:

•  Any Legal Weapon: Valid for a hunter-selected month between January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026.

PRONGHORN - Pronghorn hunting adds additional diversity, with private-land tags available, while public land opportunities in these units are draw-based.

Unit 18 Season Dates:

• Bow: August 15-23

• Any Legal Weapon: August 29-31

• Any Legal Weapon: September 26-28

Unit 38 Season Dates:

• Bow: August 15-23

• Any Legal Weapon (Youth Only): August 29-31

• Any Legal Weapon: August 29-31

• Any Legal Weapon: September 26-28

• Any Legal Weapon (Mobility Impaired Only): September 26-28

• Any Legal Weapon: October 3-5

Location

• Claunch, NM: Approximately 6 miles east

• Socorro, NM: 2 hours to town and Socorro Municipal Airport

• Albuquerque, NM: 2 hours 30 minutes

• Albuquerque International Sunport: 2 hours 30 minutes

• Las Cruces, NM: 3 hours

Eason Ranch is a large-scale New Mexico holding that combines a functional, income-producing cattle operation with diverse big game hunting across two units. With strong grazing, established infrastructure, private-land hunting opportunities, and additional income through conservation programs, the ranch offers a well-rounded blend of production, recreation, and long-term ownership value.