Overview
Highway 285 Commercial/Recreation Development Opportunity
Located on Highway 285 at the top of Poncha Pass, this 49.5-acre commercially zoned property offers high visibility, existing income, and development potential. It has CDOT-approved access for 52 RV sites. Key infrastructure is already in place. The property is positioned for RV park expansion, adventure tourism, or a multi-use commercial venture. Currently, the property supports an off-road rental and tour operation. The existing improvements include a 1,800 square foot finished office with a storefront entry, private office, and two restrooms. There is also a 3,600 square foot heated steel-frame shop featuring a concrete slab, tall bay doors, car lift, power, and a mezzanine for storage or expansion. The 1,800 square foot residence includes 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, vaulted ceilings, granite counters, and an open-concept layout. Utilities, a private well, and a septic system are already in place. The business may be negotiable. The business currently operates snowmobile trips out of Cottonwood Pass and Marshall Pass, and ATV trips out of Marshall Pass, North Fork, Ute Trail, and Mineral Basin. Located 9 minutes from Poncha Springs and 17 minutes from downtown Salida, this site sits directly on a heavily trafficked recreation corridor connecting to Monarch Ski Area, O’Haver Lake, the Sand Dunes, multiple hot springs, and trailheads. It is ideal for a destination RV park, tourism or recreation business, live/work headquarters, or a hybrid commercial concept with room to grow. County approval is required to activate the RV site plan.
