Keller Ranch & Farm

Descriptions

A rare gem of farm & ranch land, at high altitude, and in an area that is 94% +/- owned by the federal government. Just 3 miles northeast of San Juan's county seat, Monticello, Utah. This 1,500+/- property has it all, acreage, good water source, varying terrain & foliage, hunting, located central to national parks, monuments, mountain ranges, and recreational sites. The farm has 1250 tillable acres, and is producing 600 acres of wheat, and 600 acres of fallow generally.
The wide-open views to the Lasal mountains on the north, the Abajo mountains to the west, and the state of Colorado to the east, are breathtaking. From the reasonably flat farmed land, to the winding draws that enhance the property. This property provides plenty of opportunity. With cattle grazing, crop farming, hunting, and potential development are sources of revenue production. Water on the property is supplied via spring creek, and is the source for the 239 acre-foot reservoir located on the northwest corner of the property. Several watering holes will fill with the usual high water table. BLM land is on the northeast corner, and a county road provides access to the south.
There is a shed on the northern end of the property, with 2ea 7500 bushel bins on the south end. Fencing & cross fencing are in place for cattle grazing. Unimproved roads provide access throughout the property.
Hunting on the property is currently being handled through a CWMU (cooperative wildlife management unit). The land should qualify for landowner tags per system guidelines, needing application by October 1 of each year. Deer, elk, bear, & other species are highly-sought after hunting in this area. Most tags handled through the Utah division of wildlife draw, with the possibility of over the counter tags for specific locations. Some Hunt-Tags are considered a premium in this area, because of the quality & quantity that history shows. The Lasal & Abajo mountains are well-known hotspots. Fishing found in mountain lakes, streams, or Green & Colorado rivers.
The history of the area is somewhat overwhelming. USA Federal Government's Operation of a uranium processing mill in the 1950s with the mining of uranium & vanadium in following years. The (18 hole, Hideout Golf Course) is rated #2 in the State of Utah. The Old Spanish Trail trade route passed through the area from 1829-1850. The national parks, monuments, and recreational attributes of the immediate area are many. Canyonlands needles district is 40 miles away. Arches national park is 60 miles away, and close to Moab, Utah. Bears Ears national monument is a short drive away. The area is scenic in summer & winter.
To schedule a showing for this property, please contact :
Kent "DUKE" Boyington
(801-710-0623 mobile)
(801-745-0237 office)
Duke@sjsportingproperties.com
www.stjamessportingproperties.com