Butch Porter

Wooden Nickel Ranch offers a breathtaking landscape for hunters and nature enthusiasts alike.​ Rolling foothills, native grass meadows, and stands of pinon pine and scrub oak create a picturesque scene.​ Strategically placed shooting houses and serene ponds cater to both archery and rifle hunters.​ The property is meticulously managed for elk and deer, historically receiving one mature bull tag and one either-sex archery tag, in addition to over-the-counter landowner tags for mule deer, Merriam turkey, black bear, and mountain lion.​ This meticulously maintained property boasts a well-maintained water system, private gated access, and a completely fenced perimeter to ensure a high-quality hunting experience.​ Neighboring lands are dedicated to trophy management, further contributing to the abundance of game.​ Convenience is also key, with easy access to nearby towns and amenities via paved Highway 612.​

The ranch has historically received 1 mature bull tag and 1 antlerless as a base and 1 mature bull tag, 1 antlerless tag and one either sex tag as an incentive for providing fencing and water improvements for the wildlife, bringing this to a total of five elk tags annually.​ For mule deer, the ranch has received 2 landowner buck mule deer tags.​ Additionally Largo Creek Ranch plays host to a variety of small game wildlife.​ The ranch is in the renowned Rio Arriba County, which holds the title as the largest contributor of Boone and Crockett Mule deer in New Mexico.​ The ranch provides a 25-acre± food plot and 3 wildlife stock ponds making it an ideal habitat for elk and mule deer.​ A two track road system runs throughout the ranch allowing easy access.​ There is also one elevated box blind a 4.84± miles of boundary fence.​

Introducing "Homestead Ranch," a 218± acre haven nestled in the serene landscapes of Cibola County, New Mexico.​ The vast blue skies, pinon trees, sage, sandstone bluffs, and rolling hills create an ideal setting for a cabin or home, allowing residents to fully immerse themselves in the natural surroundings.​ A perfect retreat for the outdoorsman, hunter, or homesteader, the ranch offers convenient county-maintained road access and has electricity already available at its border.​ Situated in New Mexico's big game unit 12, renowned in the southwest for trophy-class elk and mule deer, the ranch is eligible for over-the-counter landowner mule deer tags.​ Elk, mule deer, Miriam turkey, and bear are prolific in the area.​ The property borders 7,686± acres of BLM land, providing access to extensive trails for hiking, mountain biking, or horseback riding.​ Located just 7.6± miles from NM Highway 36, the property offers easy accessibility without compromising its remote and private ambiance.​

Located in Cibola County, New Mexico, Mule Shoe Ranch is a 200± acre hidden gem situated on the western border of big game unit 13, bordering the vast 109,000± acre El Malpais National Conservation Area.​ Mule Shoe Ranch is strategically located in one of the best trophy elk units New Mexico has to offer – Unit 13.​ This presents an opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to indulge in activities like hiking, hunting, and horseback riding.​ The property is meticulously set up as a well-managed big game ranch, with elk and mule deer seen on a regular basis.​ This ranch historically receives 1 Mature Bull tag.​ Historically serving as a weekend retreat, Mule Shoe Ranch provides a perfect escape.​ A thoughtfully engineered guzzler water system ensures water for the wildlife on this off-the-grid property.​ A recently remodeled 600± square foot cabin, in its final stages, with 1 bed, 1 bath, and a loft.​

County Line Ranch is the hidden gem of Rio Arriba County in Northern New Mexico, spanning across 173.8± acres of pristine terrain.​ Enveloped by a diverse landscape of oak brush, Mountain Mahogany, Piñon, and Juniper trees, this sanctuary also boasts soaring sandstone bluffs to the west along with the Continental Divide.​ The ranch is poised for significant improvements thanks to a $267,000± government program.​ These funds are to be used for: • Thinning trees for improved forest health and reduced fire risk.​ • Constructing 2 new fences for better livestock management.​ • Creating 10 dirt traps to capture rainwater and prevent erosion.​ • Building a windbreak to shield crops and livestock from wind damage.​ • Drilling a new 300-foot well for a reliable water source.​ These funds will remain with the land and will transfer to the new owner, offering long-term benefits and cost savings.​ Positioned within NM Big Game Unit 6A, this ranch is a haven for big and small game, serving as the habitat for an array of iconic species including Rocky Mountain elk, Mule deer, and black bear.​ Notably, the property offers over-the-counter landowner licenses for Mule deer, black bear, & cougar hunting, while also granting an annual landowner elk permit, providing exceptional hunting opportunities.​ Two expansive stock ponds dot the landscape, offering a vital water source for the thriving wildlife and contributes to the very rare and well documented of both mule deer fawning and elk calving that happens on the ranch.​ Additionally, the ranch features a 1200+ yard & 100+ yard shooting range that the owner has meticulously built.​ 2 commercial hunting blinds and a custom-built walk-in cooler that can accommodate up to 8 elk also conveys with the ranch.​ Renowned for its consistent and proven history as a hunting ranch, County Line Ranch is bordered by state land and BLM to the west, further enhancing its protection, privacy, and hunting potential.​ To keep the ranch in perfect working condition, all equipment conveys including, a new Mahindra cab 4x4 tractor with all implements, john deer bulldozer, and a john deer excavator with 2 buckets.​ With over 1 mile of highway frontage, this remarkable ranch boasts a landscape free from any easements or covenants, ensuring unparalleled freedom and privacy.​ Complemented by miles of extensive road systems weaving through the property, accessibility is seamlessly woven into the landscape, offering convenience without compromise.​ The property features an exquisite 2554± sqft.​ ranch-style home exuding comfort and charm.​ A rare find, this ranch offers natural gas, highspeed internet in the form of Starlink with the option to connect to fiber optic at the front gate, and 3 water meters service the ranch with all utilities running underground.​ Mail is also delivered at the front gate.​ Boasting 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a spacious kitchen, the residence provides a welcoming retreat tucked within the natural beauty offering spectacular views in every direction.​ Additionally, a substantial heated shop on the property houses a fully operational bullet making facility, a testament to a longstanding 40+ year bullet making company.​ For those interested, the bullet making enterprise can be acquired in conjunction with the property, presenting an exceptional business opportunity.​ County Line Ranch intertwines untamed wilderness with home comforts, offering an unparalleled lifestyle in Northern New Mexico.​ Seize this exceptional opportunity today!

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