2580 Jackson County Rd Walden, CO 80480

Presenting the Double R Ranch, a remarkable 3,676-acre agricultural property nestled in Jackson County, Colorado, near Walden (zip code 80480). This expansive landholding boasts significant additional acreage through a 9,570-acre BLM lease and a 640-acre state lease, totaling an impressive operational area. The ranch's exceptional water rights, encompassing 166 cubic feet per second and 936 acre-feet of storage in Butte Reservoir, irrigate 3,150 acres of productive hay meadows and pastures. Its estimated carrying capacity is 925 cow/calf pairs, currently focused on hay production. Anglers will appreciate the 4.4 miles of North Platte River frontage, further enhanced by proximity to Gold Medal waters in the Delaney Butte Lakes State Wildlife Area. The property includes a conservation easement with The Nature Conservancy. Improvements are extensive and well-maintained, including a primary residence, a new shop, a two-story owner/manager's home, manufactured homes, a historic barn, two new hay barns, outbuildings, and corrals. Perimeter fencing and good interior roads ensure efficient operation. Conveniently located 7 miles from Walden via county-maintained roads, the ranch offers easy access to world-class skiing destinations, including Steamboat Springs (one hour), Winter Park (1.5 hours), and Denver (under 3 hours). The property sits at an average elevation of 8,000 feet, offering level topography along the North Park valley floor. Asking price: $13,500,000.