Blue Abajo Ranch
The Blue Abajo Ranch spans 1,680 acres in one of the region's premier big game hunting areas. Herds of Wapiti (Elk) and trophy Mule Deer transition between their preferred bedding areas on and off the property throughout the day. The ranch, located in Utah's San Juan Abajo Mountains (Hunt Unit 14A), offers a mix of fertile farm ground, diverse foliage, and natural ponds that attract wildlife. The landscape features a blend of wooded rolling hills and hidden flat grasslands, with stunning views of the Blue Abajo Mountains, La Sal Mountains, and several Colorado mountain ranges.
HUNTING TAGS & ADDITIONAL HUNTING
Appropriate hunting tags are available through Utah's Division of Wildlife Resources ( The property qualifies for landowner tags for Elk and Mule Deer. Contact the agent for details on availability and the application process).
Additional hunting opportunities on the ranch include:
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Mountain Lion Open year-round with a valid hunting license.
Black Bear Draw, Pursuit, & Harvest Objective Tags.
Bobcat Limited over-the-counter tags available.
Turkey Draw-based, youth-specific, over-the-counter, and landowner tag options are available.
Coyotes Open year-round.
ACCESS & OPERATIONS
The ranch is secluded yet accessible via county roads leading to a private road that enters the property. It is fully fenced and cross-fenced for potential cattle grazing and currently generates income through organic farming operations.
ADJACENT RANCH AVAILABILITY
An adjacent ranch (Old Hwy Ranch 760 acres) is also available. Contact the agent for details.
LAND
1,680 deeded acres
Mild terrain with rolling hills
Pinyons/Junipers mixed with Sagebrush and hidden fields
Grazing leases may be available
750 acres of Organic Wheat, Safflower, and Milo Crops
320 acres of commercial farmland on the south side of Hwy 491
Elevation: Roughly 6,800 ft
WATER
Seasonal springs and creeks
Seven+ seasonal stock ponds providing water for wildlife
Water-well options for domestic, livestock, and limited agricultural irrigation use
Water rights are available (
BOUNDARY
Bordered by private landowners on all sides
An adjacent ranch (Old Hwy Ranch 760 acres) is also available.
ACCESS
County roads lead to a private gated road.
INCOME
The ranch's primary income is from organic and conventional farming.
750 acres organic / 220 acres nonorganic Wheat, Safflower, and Milo farming currently in production (Contact the agent for income details).
The land is rotated annually using an Organic Wheat, Safflower, & Fallow cycle.
Production rates range from 10-12 bushels per acre, with a maximum yield of 18-20 bushels per acre.
CONSERVATION EASEMENTS
No current conservation easements
Potential for future conservation easements (New owners may explore options).
PROPERTY IMPROVEMENTS
Barbed-wire fencing throughout
No structures
Dirt roads provide access to feeding areas, ponds, and crop fields
A septic system & water well would be required for any domestic dwelling
RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Utah's Game Management Area 14A (San Juan, Abajo Mtns)
Resident and migratory trophy-caliber Mule Deer & Wapiti Elk herds
Secluded property enhances hunting opportunities.
Hunting tags are highly sought-after.
High-quality Mule Deer, Wapiti Elk, Black Bear, Mountain Lion, and small game
The property qualifies for Landowner Draw tags for Elk and Deer (Contact the agent for details).
FISHING
No fishing on the property
Nearby lakes and reservoirs offer excellent fishing opportunities:
Monticello and Foy Brook & Rainbow Trout
Lloyd's Lake Rainbow Trout & Green Sunfish
Lake Powell Striped Bass, Lake Trout, Northern Pike, etc.
San Juan River Carp & Channel Catfish
OTHER RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Moab, Utah Renowned for hiking, jeeping, photography tours, and expeditions
The Hideout Golf Club One of Utah's top-rated golf courses
Skiing across the border in Colorado
Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling in the Abajo Mountains
Anasazi Indian Ruins Explore Butler Wash or Mule Canyon sites.
LOCATION
Dove Creek, CO (35 minutes) Gas, groceries, supplies, hospital, restaurants
Blanding, UT (30 minutes) Municipal airport & shopping locations
Cortez, CO (1 hour) Municipal airport & shopping locations
Monticello, UT (30 minutes) Groceries, auto parts, hardware, convenience stores
Moab, UT (1 hour) Flights via Delta, United, American, Contour, and Breeze Airlines to Salt Lake City, Phoenix, and Denver (Canyonlands Regional Airport - CNY)
Salt Lake City, UT & Albuquerque, NM (5 hours) International airports
Durango Mountain Ski Resort (2.25 hours)
Dunton Hot Springs (2.25 hours)
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