10801 County Road M-32 Del Norte, CO 81132

Poso Springs Ranch is a 160-acre in-holding that is surrounded by thousands of acres of Rio Grande National Forest. The ranch is located about 20 miles west of US Highway 285 in the San Luis Valley, just outside of La Garita. Spring-fed Poso Creek meanders through the parcel, drawing numerous species of wildlife. There are miles and miles of Forest Service trails allowing hiking and ATV opportunities directly from the ranch. The parcel is perimeter fenced with bottomlands sub-irrigated by Poso Creek. The 1.5-story lodge totals 1,934 square feet and is completely off-grid. It features a two-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom floor plan able to accommodate a combined 10-14 guests. The lodge contains a fully-appointed kitchen, ample storage, washer/dryer, propane wall heaters, wood burning stove, wifi and satellite tv access, oversized windows, and wrap-around decks. A storage shed with an overhead door and covered storage overhangs is positioned adjacent to the cabin. The shed houses the water storage tank for the cabin and a 48-volt DC to 120-volt AC solar system, with the remaining space utilized for equipment and tools. In addition, the owner recently placed (3) newer metal storage containers. Water is provided by a State permitted developed spring along Poso Creek and has provided reliable water flows. With over 300 days of sunshine, the solar system provides adequate power to the cabin. Propane is utilized for the wall heaters and select light fixtures. This parcel is in Colorado Game Management Unit (GMU) 79, which provides over-the-counter archery Elk tags (either sex - resident only). Muzzleloader and rifle season are on a draw basis for both Elk and Mule Deer. Poso Springs Ranch is a versatile property, equally suitable as an annual big game hunting retreat, gentleman's cattle and horse ranch, weekend family gathering spot or ATV basecamp for exploring the surrounding wilderness, etc.