Property Information
Located approximately 10 miles from the town of Gunnison and 30 miles from Crested Butte, Eagle Ridge Ranch occupies a privileged position within the Ohio Creek watershed of the Gunnison Valley. Ownership within Eagle Ridge Ranch provides access to approximately 4,900 acres of conservation focused shared ranch community with private common lands dedicated to recreation, wildlife habitat and agriculture. With only 15 homesteads, the ranch blends luxury mountain living with authentic Western heritage, conservation and income-producing hay and cattle operations. Combined with year-round access and proximity to Gunnison, the property offers an exceptional balance of privacy, recreation, and convenience.
Eagle Ridge Ranch’s approximately 4,900 acres encompass productive hay meadows, creek corridors, wildlife habitat, equestrian trails, hunting areas, and recreational amenities which significantly expand the ownership experience beyond the property’s deeded acreage. Exclusive trout fishing on Ohio Creek, exceptional hunting opportunities, equestrian amenities, two four-bedroom wilderness cabins with water and electricity (available by reservation), and year-round access, just minutes from Gunnison, Colorado.
Owners enjoy the ranch’s common amenities through the association, allowing them to experience the benefits of a large western ranch environment without assuming sole responsibility for its operation and maintenance. Shared amenity ranch ownership is a model that has become widely accepted and very popular in the Rocky Mountain region due to the access to greater amenities at a lower cost than could be obtained individually, thereby creating value to the owner. ERR’s conservation easement preserves forever the view sheds, the water rights, mineral and timber rights and prevents further subdivision of the land. Today’s views will remain the same for generations to come.
Location and Access
All properties on Eagle Ridge enjoy year-round access from County Road 730, locally known as Ohio Creek Road. This paved county road provides convenient access to Gunnison. Gunnison is a very nice small town with a bustling downtown, three grocery stores, a university, commercial air transportation, dining, shopping and a hospital. Crested Butte is a recognized summer and winter resort and a 35-minute drive away, offering more dining and shopping opportunities.
The Gunnison area and in particular, the Ohio Creek Valley, is recognized throughout Colorado for its largely protected scenic beauty and agricultural heritage. The surrounding landscape includes irrigated hay meadows, cottonwood-lined waterways, sage-covered hillsides, aspen groves, and dramatic mountain backdrops that include views of the West Elk Mountains and Anthracite Range.
While the ranch feels remote, owners remain within easy reach of the recreational and cultural amenities that make the Gunnison Valley one of Colorado’s premier mountain destinations.
Wildlife
The ranch’s wildlife resources contribute significantly to the ownership experience. Located within Colorado Game Management Unit 54, the surrounding region has long been recognized for healthy populations of elk and mule deer. Referred to as the ‘Primitive Area’, nearly 3000 acres of the ranch back up to the Gunnison National Forest offering unlimited hiking, exploration and hunting pursuits.
Wildlife commonly observed throughout the ranch includes elk, mule deer, moose, black bear, mountain lion, fox, coyote, raptors including golden and bald eagles, waterfowl, and numerous other bird species. The ranch’s combination of irrigated meadows, creek corridors, timbered slopes, and higher-elevation habitat creates ideal conditions for a wide range of wildlife.
Agricultural Stewardship
Although Eagle Ridge Ranch is often appreciated for its recreational amenities and luxury lifestyle appeal, agriculture remains an important component of the ranch’s identity and stewardship model.
An agricultural tenant conducts haying and cattle grazing operations throughout portions of the ranch. Excellent water rights support productive hay meadows across the ranch, and cattle utilize the aftermath grazing following harvest. These agricultural activities help preserve the ranch’s historic character, maintain open space, support wildlife habitat, and contribute to the long-term stewardship objectives of the community.
The working agricultural program also helps offset a portion of the operational expenses associated with maintaining the ranch’s extensive common amenities and infrastructure. The continued presence of agriculture reinforces the authentic ranch character of Eagle Ridge Ranch and helps preserve the qualities that attract owners to the property.