Roaring Judy Ranch
Roaring Judy Ranch is a 455 acre property located in the East River Valley near Crested Butte, offering a combination of productive ranchland, significant water rights, and diverse wildlife habitat. The ranch includes extensive irrigated acreage supported by 75 c.f.s. of decreed water rights, ensuring year-round irrigation. Existing improvements include a three-bedroom residence, a horse barn, historic log hay barns, loafing sheds, corrals, a 2,400 square-foot equipment workshop, and 12 additional outbuildings. The property falls within Game Management Unit 55, supporting populations of elk, mule deer, moose, and black bear. A conservation easement is in place, maintaining the integrity of the land while allowing for controlled development within a three-acre building envelope along Roaring Judy Creek and a ten-acre envelope, providing the potential for up to three additional residences....
Roaring Judy Ranch is a 455 acre property located in the East River Valley near Crested Butte, offering a combination of productive ranchland, significant water rights, and diverse wildlife habitat. The ranch includes extensive irrigated acreage supported by 75 c.f.s. of decreed water rights, ensuring year-round irrigation. Existing improvements include a three-bedroom residence, a horse barn, historic log hay barns, loafing sheds, corrals, a 2,400 square-foot equipment workshop, and 12 additional outbuildings. The property falls within Game Management Unit 55, supporting populations of elk, mule deer, moose, and black bear. A conservation easement is in place, maintaining the integrity of the land while allowing for controlled development within a three-acre building envelope along Roaring Judy Creek and a ten-acre envelope, providing the potential for up to three additional residences. Roaring Judy Ranch presents an opportunity for those seeking a well-established agricultural operation, a hunting property, or a long-term land investment in a region where reliable water resources and productive acreage hold enduring value.
Strategically positioned between Crested Butte and Gunnison, the property is just one mile from Highway 135, providing convenient access to regional amenities. The Gunnison-Crested Butte Airport offers major airline connections, ensuring ease of travel for owners and guests. Western Colorado University in Gunnison brings educational and cultural opportunities to the area, while Crested Butte Mountain Resort offers world-class skiing and recreation. The historic town of Crested Butte is known for its dining, arts, and cultural experiences, adding further appeal to the region. Taylor Canyon, recognized for its gold medal fishing, is also nearby, providing access to one of Colorado’s premier fly-fishing destinations.
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About Seth Craft, ALC
Seth grew up chasing elk and deer in the Cascades of Oregon. A hugely accomplished big game hunter, Seth has a passion for sheep, mule deer, and elk. A Colorado guide for Mossback Outfitters, he knows big deer and spends a lot of the fall searching for Monster Mule Deer.In early 2000 he joined the Marine Corps at an early age of 17 and finished out the remainder of his time in a Close Quarter Battle team. Seth worked as a Lineman for thirteen years, part of that time was spent doing storm work along the west coast. He is no stranger to hard work and has shown that he is most comfortable outdoors. Chasing his passions, he found a great fit learning the ranch and real estate profession. Seth has become one of the top producers of premier properties in Colorado, Wyoming, and New Mexico.Seth has been recognized multiple times by the REALTORS Land Institute (RLI), the leading association for the land industry. Seths recognitions include being among the top 5% in production for land REALTORS across the entire country with an average of 50 premier ranch sales a year for the last 4 years. Most recently, Seth was recognized as a Top 20 National Producer, as well as, Region 6 (AZ, CO, NM, UT, WY) Broker of the Year in Recreational Land Sales. Seth serves on the Future Leaders Committee for RLI.Seth offers dedication and commitment to all that he is involved in. Married for 19 years, his wife and two children are his greatest gift. Living in Montrose, Colorado, he gets to share his passion for the outdoors and love for hunting with his family.With years of ranch and hunting experience, Seth has been successful in building perfect ranches for his clientele and has the tenacity to push on and deliver every time. Seth knows the honey holes from Colorado to New Mexico to Wyoming and can undoubtedly assemble your dream ranch.
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